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title: "Low Carbon Barrow - Art Gene_Bug Out, Design and Build Mobile Low Carbon Demonstration Vehicle"
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# Low Carbon Barrow - Art Gene_Bug Out, Design and Build Mobile Low Carbon Demonstration Vehicle

Buyer: BARROW IN FURNESS BOROUGH COUNCIL ON BEHALF OF ART GENE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-43ae9748-0467-4238-a4c1-10689ea99d05

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Barrow in Furness Borough Council acting on behalf of Art Gene, seeking expressions of interest for the design and construction of the 'Bug-Out', a mobile low carbon demonstration vehicle. This project is part of the Low Carbon Barrow initiative, funded by £2 million from European and CLEP sources, aimed at promoting sustainable lifestyles within the Barrow-in-Furness area. The tender is categorized under works in the industry of petroleum products and energy, with the open procedure for procurement under which it is being conducted. Key dates include the publication date on 30th September 2021, the end of the tender period on 15th November 2021, and the contract period commencing on 10th December 2021 and concluding on 30th June 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in sustainable technologies, renewable energy solutions, and innovative design. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) particularly suited to the project may include those with experience in mobile installations, environmental demonstrations, and energy-efficient systems. Success in this tender not only contributes to local sustainability efforts but also enhances the competitive edge of participating firms in the growing low carbon sector.

## Notice

Art Gene are seeking expressions of interest for the design & build of 'Bug-Out', an exciting and innovative, artist designed, touring sculpture, and low carbon technology demonstration vehicle. An electric vehicle will tow small, mobile, multifunctional spaces, featuring solar panels, wind turbine, environmental engagement lab, outdoor kitchen and accommodation. Bug-Out is part of Low Carbon Barrow, a PS2M European and CLEP funded project to engage and inspire low carbon lifestyles with the people of Barrow-in-Furness.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9bd02a2d-0be8-414c-b819-088da34193e9 |
| 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 | 30 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 10 Dec 2021 - 30 Jun 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | BARROW IN FURNESS BOROUGH COUNCIL ON BEHALF OF ART GENE |
| Locality | BARROW IN FURNESS |
| Post town | Lancaster |
| Postcode | LA14 2LD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD14 Westmorland and Furness |
| Local authority | Westmorland and Furness |
| Electoral ward | Old Barrow and Hindpool |
| Westminster constituency | Barrow and Furness |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 09000000 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
- 31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

## Release History

- 30 Sep 2021 at 08:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9bd02a2d-0be8-414c-b819-088da34193e9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9bd02a2d-0be8-414c-b819-088da34193e9
  30th September 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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