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title: "Forestry England - Whinlatter Hydroelectric Power Scheme"
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# Forestry England - Whinlatter Hydroelectric Power Scheme

Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7973eb63-20c6-4eec-b5d1-b5d2bcde28f6

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## Summary

The Forestry Commission is currently conducting a tender for the "Whinlatter Hydroelectric Power Scheme," aimed at installing a small-scale hydropower system in Whinlatter Forest, Cumbria. This project is categorised under electrical machinery and has a contract value of £225,000. The procurement process is in the active tender stage, which will conclude on 14 April 2020. The contract period is planned to start on 8 June 2020 and extend until 7 June 2024, facilitating the transition to a carbon-free energy producer.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the renewable energy sector, particularly those specialising in the design, manufacture, and installation of hydropower systems and associated machinery. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, especially those with expertise in turbine technology and maintenance services. Engaging in this project could not only bolster business growth but also enhance expertise in sustainable energy solutions.

## Notice

Forestry England (FE) has developed a scheme for the installation of a small-scale, high head hydropower system, with the maximum possible generating capacity (expected to be circa 140kW) within Whinlatter Forest, Cumbria. The purpose of the scheme is to transfer the Whinlatter site into a carbon free, net energy producer. An outline scheme has been granted planning permission, consisting of an inlet structure, penstock, turbine house and outlet, with electrical connections into both the Whinlatter Visitor Centre and into Thornthwaite, for export to the National Grid. Detailed design is currently in progress for the overall scheme with the turbine specification and requirements set out below. This tender is for the award of a Contract for the design, manufacture, supply, installation, commissioning and the planned and reactive maintenance of a suitable turbine. The maintenance service will be for an initial period of four years post commissioning.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03e0d32e-dabc-453e-a452-ab00bb6f4600 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Apr 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Apr 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 7 Jun 2020 - 7 Jun 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £225,000 |
| 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 | FORESTRY COMMISSION |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS16 1EJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

## Release History

- 18 Apr 2020 at 12:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03e0d32e-dabc-453e-a452-ab00bb6f4600

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03e0d32e-dabc-453e-a452-ab00bb6f4600
  18th April 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=488085615
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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