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title: "Design and build geothermal infrastructure for the UK Geoenergy Observatory at Cuningar Loop, Glasgow, UK"
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# Design and build geothermal infrastructure for the UK Geoenergy Observatory at Cuningar Loop, Glasgow, UK

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1c073904-0396-42b7-a8b4-8d8db639e7c6

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) is seeking a supplier for the design and construction of geothermal infrastructure for the UK Geoenergy Observatory at Cuningar Loop in Glasgow. This tender is classified under construction work and is currently in the active tender stage, with submissions due by 21 April 2021. The project is valued at £310,000 and the successful contractor will be expected to commence work by 1 June 2021 and complete by 30 November 2021. This procurement process follows an open method, allowing a broad range of suppliers to submit their tenders.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those in the construction and engineering sectors that specialise in geothermal projects or similar infrastructure works. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as this procurement includes provisions supporting their participation. Companies possessing expertise in NEC4 ECC contracts will find this project particularly aligned with their capabilities, enhancing their chances of securing the contract and contributing to the advancement of sustainable energy solutions in the UK.

## Notice

The British Geological Survey (BGS) and the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) are constructing a mine water geothermal research facility on the Cuningar Loop in east Glasgow as part of the UK Geoenergy Observatories project (from now on referred to as the 'Glasgow Observatory'). Both NERC and BGS form a part of the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). The tender is for the procurement of a supplier to provide the design and build support to BGS (the Client) in delivery of the geothermal infrastructure for the Glasgow Observatory. The Contractor's main responsibilities will include but are not limited to: detailed design and construction of the works; testing and commissioning the works. The supplier shall be appointed under an NEC4 ECC.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b086230a-8246-4a7f-8a52-40879473d083 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2021 - 30 Nov 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £310,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | SN12 1FL |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 17 Mar 2021 at 12:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b086230a-8246-4a7f-8a52-40879473d083

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b086230a-8246-4a7f-8a52-40879473d083
  17th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Construction-work./XE899B3ED7
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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