--- title: "GB-London: Lightning Rod Protection Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2c56324f-a8f1-4aad-b4a2-77572d466f1a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2c56324f-a8f1-4aad-b4a2-77572d466f1a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2c56324f-a8f1-4aad-b4a2-77572d466f1a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2c56324f-a8f1-4aad-b4a2-77572d466f1a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "2BUY2.COM LIMITED" published: "2017-11-22" --- # GB-London: Lightning Rod Protection Services Buyer: 2BUY2.COM LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2c56324f-a8f1-4aad-b4a2-77572d466f1a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2c56324f-a8f1-4aad-b4a2-77572d466f1a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2c56324f-a8f1-4aad-b4a2-77572d466f1a.json) ## Summary The procurement process titled "Lightning Rod Protection Services" is managed by 2buy2.com Limited and is focused on delivering maintenance services for lightning protection systems in listed and unlisted places of worship and historic buildings across England and Wales. This tender is currently in the active stage of the open procurement process, with a tender period ending on 12th January 2018. The expected contract duration runs from 1st March 2018 to 28th February 2022, with an estimated contract value between £1,000,000 and £5,000,000. The opportunity falls under the industry category of services, specifically related to lightning-protection equipment and installation work. This tender represents a significant opportunity for small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in maintenance and testing of lightning protection systems. Businesses well-suited to compete for this contract may include firms with experience in electrical engineering, infrastructure maintenance, or heritage conservation. Engaging in this contract could not only enhance their portfolios but also pave the way for future projects within the public sector that require specialised maintenance services for historic buildings. ## Notice Places of Worship and historic buildings have a duty to manage, maintain and restore the fabric of their buildings.. This tender invites submissions from organisations or sole traders who are qualified to deliver a range of Lightning Protection System Testing and Maintenance Services to listed and unlisted Places of Worship and Historic Buildings ( including associated domestic and non-domestic buildings) across England and Wales, as commissioned by Registered Users ( Users) through the MaintenanceBooker service, a national procurement portal ran by 2buy2 and the National Churches Trust. Scope of Services Visual Inspection of all accessible areas of the LPS should include the following: a. Design conformity with the as installed standard b. General conditions of the LPS c. Damaged or unfixed conductors and components d. Corrosion (especially between dissimilar metals) e. Additions or alterations to the LPS since the last inspection f. Extensions to the structure not covered by the original LPS g. Installation of new equipment, with particular reference to items h. i. and j. h. The presence of Surge Protection Devices and their functionality where possible i. Equipotential bonding for all systems where items are directly connected to the LPS j. Separation distances for BS EN 62305 systems with items protected by zone protection and not bonded to the LPS 2. Testing of the LPS should be carried out using a method of testing appropriate to the system design and the structure's location in accordance with BS :6651:1999 or BS EN 62305. Testing of earthing should be done in accordance with BS 7430:2011 Code of practice for earthing. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e155a4a1-aacf-48c7-964f-3aae8fb14583 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Nov 2017 | | Submission deadline | 12 Jan 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Mar 2018 - 28 Feb 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £5,000,000 | | 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 | 2BUY2.COM LIMITED | | Locality | BRIDGEND | | Post town | Cardiff | | Postcode | CF35 5HZ | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend | | Local authority | Bridgend | | Electoral ward | Pencoed and Penprysg | | Westminster constituency | Bridgend | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 31216100 - Lightning-protection equipment - 45312310 - Lightning-protection works - 45312311 - Lightning-conductor installation work ## Release History - 22 Nov 2017 at 11:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e155a4a1-aacf-48c7-964f-3aae8fb14583 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e155a4a1-aacf-48c7-964f-3aae8fb14583 22nd November 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-London:-Lightning-Rod-Protection-Services/53M662553S Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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