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title: "Windermere Ferry Quinquennial Maintenance Works - Re-tender"
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# Windermere Ferry Quinquennial Maintenance Works - Re-tender

Buyer: CUMBRIA COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-587f2b4c-74f9-4a78-aa2c-07db040eba85

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## Summary

The Cumbria County Council is seeking tenders for the "Windermere Ferry Quinquennial Maintenance Works - Re-tender" project, focused on maintenance and inspection of the Chain Ferry Mallard. This procurement is classified under repair and maintenance services and is set within the North West region of the United Kingdom. The open tender process has a deadline for submissions on 22nd February 2019, with works scheduled to commence from 25th February and running until 24th March 2019. The estimated contract value is £100,000, and the successful supplier will coordinate various tasks including hull inspection, repairs, and painting, ensuring compliance with Maritime and Coastguard Agency standards.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in maritime maintenance and repair services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with relevant experience. Companies equipped to handle mechanical and electrical works, alongside those proficient in structural inspections and refurbishments, will find this contract aligns well with their capabilities. Engaging with this project can enhance business visibility and potentially yield follow-on contracts, as the council indicates a collaborative framework for supporting contractors through direct procurements for related services.

## Notice

Chain Ferry Mallard - The proposed works are to carry out the 5 yearly review and inspection to comply with the Maritime and Coastguard Agency certification scheme. The works generally referred to as "The Refit" require the vessel to be removed from its normal operating location on Windermere and removed from the water using Windermere Lake Cruisers slipway at Lakeside. The Refit works include: Establishment of the slipway site Use of Windermere Lake Cruisers workshop and welfare facilities at slipway Provision of temporary access and weather protection to the Ferry on the slipway Hull inspection, visual and ultrasonic Proving of anti-corrosion system Localised preparation of rust areas General Powerwashing of all the vessel Localised priming and painting touch up of the hull Repair works to lap board hinges (particularly Eastern end) Design and installation of new emergency egress doors from the main car deck Examine internal hull components and painting (confined spaces) Vessel superstructure, deck and passenger area examination, preparation and painting Mechanical transmission examination (confined spaces) Inspection of engines and overhaul of Engine 2 (confined spaces) Service of Espatcher heater and improved hot air ducting to Cash Room, Wheelhouse and in particular Wheelhouse windows (demisting) Installation of insulation to Wheelhouse ceiling and suspended ceiling. Check and replace Wheelhouse window seals and fastenings. Various electrical items (night lights to Wheelhouse; relocation of PA system and CCTV unit; Shore power supply connector) Various mechanical works on slipway (proving hydraulic systems, bilge alarm, drive wheels Examination and replacement of land based systems (drive cables, winches, chains and anchors) Recommissioning, testing and handover The majority of the works will be undertaken while Mallard is located on the slipway at Lakeside. The slipway hire will have been booked directly by the client with access arranged from Monday 25 February 2019. The documentation includes a detailed outline of the activities that are to be carried out and the tenderer is to prices these. The estimated value of the works via this contract is PS100,000. The Client will procure other supporting contract (Windermere Lake Cruisers, MCA, Radicon, MMS Scotland) directly. These are for Slipway hire and towing, Inspection and certification, gearbox overhaul, engine parts. Please see the tender documents for further information available via The Chest - https://www.the-chest.org.uk For support using The Chest, please see the attached guide or contact Proactis, using the Supplier Support Area. For clarifications, please ensure all correspondence is via The Chest using the messages area.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ecd616c-5d14-44ae-8fa4-954ca905855e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Mar 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Feb 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Feb 2019 |
| Contract period | 25 Feb 2019 - 24 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £168,765 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CUMBRIA COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CARLISLE |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA1 1RZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Carlisle |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NUCLEAR MANUFACTURING & SITE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 8 Mar 2019 at 15:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ecd616c-5d14-44ae-8fa4-954ca905855e
- 15 Feb 2019 at 12:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c07cdd5-f0c9-4e8f-97ec-48feab891f8c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ecd616c-5d14-44ae-8fa4-954ca905855e
  8th March 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c07cdd5-f0c9-4e8f-97ec-48feab891f8c
  15th February 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cumbria.gov.uk/
- https://www.the-chest.org.uk

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