Tender

Hydrogen Infrastructure Requirements for Large Scale Distribution and Refuelling in North East Scotland

ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

23 Mar 2023 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Aberdeen City Council has issued a tender titled "Hydrogen Infrastructure Requirements for Large Scale Distribution and Refuelling in North East Scotland." The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with a submission deadline of 20th April 2023. This opportunity falls under the services category and aims to develop hydrogen infrastructure in North East Scotland, with a contract value of £100,000 GBP. The tender invites electronic submissions and can create business opportunities for firms with experience in infrastructure development and renewable energy technologies.

This tender by Aberdeen City Council presents avenues for business growth in the hydrogen infrastructure sector. Companies specialising in infrastructure design, tri-modal refuelling, and renewable energy solutions are well-suited to compete. The procurement process includes a rigorous evaluation based on economic and technical criteria, ensuring that successful bidders meet insurance requirements and demonstrate relevant past experience in similar projects. The contract terms specify a fixed deadline for project stages and outline electronic payment and ordering policies, providing clear guidelines for prospective bidders to engage with the tender process effectively.

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Notice Title

Hydrogen Infrastructure Requirements for Large Scale Distribution and Refuelling in North East Scotland

Notice Description

Hydrogen Infrastructure Requirements for Large Scale Distribution and Refuelling in North East Scotland including design / considerations for standardised hydrogen refuelling footprint; trimodal refuelling requirements for trains, HGVs and maritime; and preliminary design of remote H2 refuelling station in Peterhead

Lot Information

Lot 1

This Invitation to Tender relates to the hydrogen infrastructure requirements for large scale distribution and refuelling in North East Scotland. It is for a feasibility study that will cover: - Standardised Hydrogen Refuelling Footprint - conceptual design of an ideal hydrogen refuelling footprint, identifying equipment and high level costs that can be replicated across the North East of Scotland, providing a seamless and similar service for any user of a hydrogen refuelling station. - Tri-modal Refuelling Infrastructure - identification of refuelling facilities required to support tri-modal refuelling within the Aberdeen Energy Transition Zone to refuel HGVs, rail and maritime. - Case studies for Preliminary Design of a refuelling facility using a location within the vicinity of Port of Peterhead and commentary on the practical application of the Standardised Hydrogen Refuelling Footprint in the Aberdeenshire preferred locations of Inverurie, Stonehaven, Banchory and Macduff.

Renewal: If any follow up/ additional ad hoc technical design support on hydrogen refuelling / distribution is required for preparation of Committee reports, presentations, detailed design, etc then bidders have been asked to supply hourly/ day rate prices for Director/ Principle / Senior/ Technical/ Consultant, etc.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000726541
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR474409
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

65 - Public utilities

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

24111600 - Hydrogen

63712600 - Vehicle refuelling services

65400000 - Other sources of energy supplies and distribution

71311000 - Civil engineering consultancy services

71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services

71312000 - Structural engineering consultancy services

71313000 - Environmental engineering consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Apr 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
cpssprocurement@aberdeencity.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1467539600

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB10 1AB
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
George St/Harbour
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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