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title: "Horncastle Sluice Automation"
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# Horncastle Sluice Automation

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-61abc2ad-7269-4378-a3cd-3f4d64e1a9db

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Horncastle Sluice Automation" is managed by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, focusing on engineering works in the construction industry. Located in the East of England, this tender involves the design, fabrication, installation, and commissioning of an automated control system for Horncastle Sluice. The process is currently at the award stage, with the contract valued at £148,563.87, following completion on 6th August 2021. The procurement was conducted through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period closing on 19th March 2021.

This project presents a significant opportunity for businesses seeking to expand in the construction sector, specifically those specialising in engineering works. Companies that provide automated systems, control engineering, or related construction services would be particularly well-suited to compete in such tenders. The focus on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) further indicates that the contracting authority encourages participation from a diverse range of suppliers, potentially fostering collaboration and innovation in the delivery of the project.

## Notice

Design, fabricate, install and commission an automated control system for Horncastle Sluice

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50c16204-cc57-434f-8ac7-fe098b6f38e7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | 28 Mar 2021 - 6 Aug 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £148,563 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £148,563 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | PETERBOROUGH |
| Post town | Peterborough |
| Postcode | PE2 5ZR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH41 Peterborough |
| Local authority | Peterborough |
| Electoral ward | Orton Waterville |
| Westminster constituency | North West Cambridgeshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ECS ENGINEERING SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45222000 - Construction work for engineering works except bridges, tunnels, shafts and subways

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2021 at 12:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50c16204-cc57-434f-8ac7-fe098b6f38e7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50c16204-cc57-434f-8ac7-fe098b6f38e7
  31st March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/65e72b9f-8ee3-4d7b-9b1a-1cf1b487a952
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