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Broomloan Traction Power Transformer Replacement

STRATHCLYDE PARTNERSHIP FOR TRANSPORT (UTILITIES)

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Broomloan Traction Power Transformer Replacement" involves Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT) as the contracting authority, based in Glasgow, UK. This project focuses on the replacement and installation of a traction power transformer for the Glasgow Subway, aligning with the transport industry category. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, and the process has advanced to the award stage as of May 2025. Initial tenders were actively sought in September 2022, with the award phase beginning in October 2022. The primary location for delivery is Govan, Glasgow, within the UKM82 region. The complete contract was signed in November 2022, marking its successful progression into an active status, with a total contract value of £171,601.04.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for contractors in the electrical works sector looking to expand their portfolio with significant public transport infrastructure projects. SMEs, such as Quartzelec, the awarded supplier, are well-positioned to compete in such tenders, especially those with ISO certifications and experience in similar projects. The transport infrastructure improvement through such contracts could provide further opportunities for businesses to engage in additional installations, as the buyer reserves the right to extend contracts for up to six additional transformers, contingent on successful completion of the initial project. The transparent and open procurement process encourages robust competition, providing ample opportunity for both local and international bids, thus supporting business expansion into new markets.

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Notice Title

Broomloan Traction Power Transformer Replacement

Notice Description

SPT are seeking a main contractor to supply and install at traction power transformer for Glasgow Subway

Lot Information

Lot 1

SPT are seeking to a main contractor to supply and install a transformer at the sub-station in SPT's Broomloan depot. SPT reserves the right to award to the successful of this procurement exercise contracts to install up to a further six transformers within the Glasgow Subway.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000704178
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY529636
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

31170000 - Transformers

45317200 - Electrical installation work of transformers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£171,601 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Oct 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Nov 20223 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STRATHCLYDE PARTNERSHIP FOR TRANSPORT (UTILITIES)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@spt.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1413333556

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 5JF
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QUARTZELEC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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