--- title: "Project coordinator Seaweed processing plant construction" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-307a1189-1d46-4d34-a62e-f1e6942e6f99" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-307a1189-1d46-4d34-a62e-f1e6942e6f99" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-307a1189-1d46-4d34-a62e-f1e6942e6f99.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-307a1189-1d46-4d34-a62e-f1e6942e6f99.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE CORNISH SEAWEED COMPANY LIMITED" published: "2022-11-29" --- # Project coordinator Seaweed processing plant construction Buyer: THE CORNISH SEAWEED COMPANY LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-307a1189-1d46-4d34-a62e-f1e6942e6f99 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-307a1189-1d46-4d34-a62e-f1e6942e6f99) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-307a1189-1d46-4d34-a62e-f1e6942e6f99.json) ## Summary The Cornish Seaweed Company Ltd is looking for a Project Coordinator for the construction of a new onshore seaweed processing and cultivation facility, with a contract value of £100,000. The tender deadline is 14th December 2022, and the contract period is from 2nd January 2023 to 2nd March 2023. The procurement method is an open procedure (below threshold), and the opportunity is categorised under architectural, engineering, and planning services in the industry category. This tender offers opportunities for businesses experienced in agricultural/industrial construction, sustainable building materials sourcing, renewable energy sources, grant applications, and safe food production. The location of the project is in Gweek, England, with a focus on SMEs and VCSEs. Businesses with a network of potential subcontractors in the specified areas would be well-suited to compete for this tender that aims to build a sustainable seaweed processing plant. ## Notice The Cornish Seaweed Company Ltd (CSC) is looking for a project development coordinator (PDC) to lead the planning phase of a new onshore seaweed processing and cultivation facility. The PDC will be tasked with: 1. providing an optimal design of the seaweed plant and machinery (seaweed processing and drying) 2. producing detailed architectural plans 3. producing detailed service drawings 4. carrying out quantity surveying services to develop construction tender criteria & specs 5. ensuring statutory permissions are in place/applied for 6. producing a costed budget for the facility by creating work specifications and obtaining quotes from potential suppliers/subcontractors 7. filling out and submitting a Good Growth Shared Prosperity Fund application (E22) to build the facility The PCD is expected to carry out the above tasks by subcontracting specialists (for instance engineers, grant writer, architect, builder, food processing specialists) to conduct the relevant aspects of this planning phase. The seaweed facility will contain: 1. a seaweed hatchery, required for offshore seaweed cultivation of native seaweeds 2. a terrestrial seaweed growing unit 3. a food-safe, SALSA/BRC-start accreditation ready, seaweed processing plant to include washing, drying, refrigeration, storage, packing and office space The building should be constructed in a sustainable manner. To include for example: 1. Adequate insulation 2. Use of roof mounted solar panels and batteries to provide power for all aspects of the facility 3. Ground-source heating 4. The use of sustainable building materials where possible The PDC will be assisted throughout the project by CSC Senior Management, with which it is expected to liaise regularly. Selection criteria: The successful candidate will need to have and show: - relevant experience in agricultural/industrial construction - knowledge of sourcing sustainable building materials - relevant knowledge of renewable heat and energy sources - good local professional network of potential subcontractors including electricians, builders, plumbers, engineers, and other relevant suppliers - experience with safe food production and regulations surrounding food safety and food production - demonstrable experience with grant applications - Meet in person at least once/week with CSC management The tender should include any costs that are incurred as part of the entire planning process phase, such as subcontracting of grant writer, architects, builders, electricians, and obtaining quotes ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/79816f9a-9e1e-4f2f-8bb4-5991120f373e | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 29 Nov 2022 | | Submission deadline | 14 Dec 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Jan 2023 - 2 Mar 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £100,000 | | 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 | THE CORNISH SEAWEED COMPANY LIMITED | | Locality | GWEEK | | Post town | Truro | | Postcode | TR12 6UD | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly | | ITL 3 | TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly | | Local authority | Cornwall | | Electoral ward | Helston South & Meneage | | Westminster constituency | St Ives | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71240000 - Architectural, engineering and planning services - 71541000 - Construction project management services ## Release History - 29 Nov 2022 at 17:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/79816f9a-9e1e-4f2f-8bb4-5991120f373e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/79816f9a-9e1e-4f2f-8bb4-5991120f373e 29th November 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.cornishseaweed.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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