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title: "Design consultancy services for the Mersey Tidal Power Project conceptual design."
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# Design consultancy services for the Mersey Tidal Power Project conceptual design.

Buyer: LIVERPOOL CITY REGION COMBINED AUTHORITY (LCRCA) / MERSEYTRAVEL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-29861c2c-d8bd-4f25-8c92-21d7f90f1476

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## Summary

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority (LCRCA) / Merseytravel is currently undertaking a procurement process for design consultancy services related to the Mersey Tidal Power Project. This tender, known as 'Design consultancy services for the Mersey Tidal Power Project conceptual design,' falls under the Research and development services and related consultancy services category. The procurement is at the tender stage with an open procedure method, and eligible bidders are invited to submit their proposals by the deadline of 26 April 2022. The contract period is set to commence on 30 May 2022 and conclude on 6 September 2022, with services required at delivery addresses including Liverpool (L3 1BP) and other specified regions within the UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in design consultancy, engineering services, and renewable energy projects. Companies with expertise in reviewing construction methodologies, developing design packages, and advising on risk reduction strategies will be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. As the project focuses on advancing the conceptual design for tidal energy solutions, firms that can demonstrate innovation in construction techniques and sustainability practices are encouraged to participate, thereby potentially expanding their portfolio and enhancing their visibility in the growing renewable energy sector.

## Notice

The purpose of this procurement is to procure a Technical Advisor (TA) and Designer to advise on and further develop the conceptual design for a potential tidal range energy scheme in Merseyside. The current conceptual design was developed as elemental structures that can now be developed further to schematic design concept allowing review and development including overall design and spatial requirements, materials and embedded carbon, method of construction, construction risks as well as construction costs. The services will generally entail three parts; - reviewing the existing designs, construction methodology and the cost book; - recommending improvements with the aim of reducing construction risks, identifying design gaps and improving construction cost estimates; - updating the design package including, the drawings, 3D models, bill of materials, construction programme and cost book. Full details of the opportunity are provided in the Tender documents via www.the-chest.org.uk Additional information: Submission via www.the-chest.org.uk only

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53733dd5-bbf0-465a-b8ff-2b1cc50c0c03 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Apr 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 May 2022 - 6 Sep 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £230,000 |
| 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 | LIVERPOOL CITY REGION COMBINED AUTHORITY (LCRCA) / MERSEYTRAVEL |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 1BP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | Waterfront South |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 15 Mar 2022 at 17:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53733dd5-bbf0-465a-b8ff-2b1cc50c0c03

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53733dd5-bbf0-465a-b8ff-2b1cc50c0c03
  15th March 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.merseytravel.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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