--- title: "EKFB JV - Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER inspections) for Excavators" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-301d3d9b-06d8-4d9c-a277-aec77cba5803" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-301d3d9b-06d8-4d9c-a277-aec77cba5803" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-301d3d9b-06d8-4d9c-a277-aec77cba5803.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-301d3d9b-06d8-4d9c-a277-aec77cba5803.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED" published: "2022-03-24" --- # EKFB JV - Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER inspections) for Excavators Buyer: BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-301d3d9b-06d8-4d9c-a277-aec77cba5803 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-301d3d9b-06d8-4d9c-a277-aec77cba5803) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-301d3d9b-06d8-4d9c-a277-aec77cba5803.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves BIP Solutions Limited seeking tenders for the project titled "EKFB JV - Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER inspections) for Excavators." This initiative falls under the civil engineering sector, specifically related to the high-speed railway construction being carried out by EKFB, a joint venture that includes four leading construction firms. The tender is currently in the Tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 7 April 2022. The contract is valued at £101,000 and is expected to commence on 16 June 2022, running for a period of two years until 16 June 2024, with delivery focused in the South East region of the United Kingdom. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in lifting and handling equipment services, particularly those capable of performing thorough inspections and maintenance. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have experience in construction-related services would be particularly well-suited to compete. The procurement method is limited and requires competitive quotations, making it accessible for a variety of businesses looking to expand their portfolio in the civil engineering and railway sectors. ## Notice EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. Our scope of the works includes 15 viaducts, 6.9km of green tunnels, 22km of road diversions, 81 bridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation. EKFB are looking for the following services which shall include but not necessarily be limited to: A thorough examination of the excavators shall be required every 6 and 12 months where they will need to be maintained, inspected and suitably marked to indicate that they are fit for purpose. A full report, including any defects, will need to be recorded and reported to the Site Manager. Through this expression of interest you vetted in accordance with the Eiffage Kier pre-qualification model - for further information visit https://www.competefor.com/EiffageKier/ Upon successful shortlisting you will be invited to tender from the Eiffage Kier eSourcing platform Market Dojo Eiffage Kier will be using a balanced scorecard approach to its procurement activities - for further information visit the above website. EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. All four partners bring specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including some of Europe's largest high speed rail projects. EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work. Our inclusive culture ensures that our collaborative and innovative solutions provide exceptional value for money. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/83a0f9dc-5cc2-49ed-b43d-3e2b71c9cf48 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Limited | | Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 Mar 2022 | | Submission deadline | 7 Apr 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 15 Jun 2022 - 16 Jun 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £101,000 | | 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 | BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED | | Locality | BIRMINGHAM | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B3 2DT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Ladywood | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 42400000 - Lifting and handling equipment and parts ## Release History - 24 Mar 2022 at 11:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/83a0f9dc-5cc2-49ed-b43d-3e2b71c9cf48 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/83a0f9dc-5cc2-49ed-b43d-3e2b71c9cf48 24th March 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.competefor.com/business/viewOpportunityDetailsSupplier.html?id=61383796 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Notice URLs - https://www.competefor.com/EiffageKier/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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