--- title: "Modernisation of Traction Passenger Lifts" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7d3c85e9-ffcb-4753-be9a-cc10716e3f0e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7d3c85e9-ffcb-4753-be9a-cc10716e3f0e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7d3c85e9-ffcb-4753-be9a-cc10716e3f0e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7d3c85e9-ffcb-4753-be9a-cc10716e3f0e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THANET DISTRICT COUNCIL" published: "2020-03-31" --- # Modernisation of Traction Passenger Lifts Buyer: THANET DISTRICT COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7d3c85e9-ffcb-4753-be9a-cc10716e3f0e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7d3c85e9-ffcb-4753-be9a-cc10716e3f0e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7d3c85e9-ffcb-4753-be9a-cc10716e3f0e.json) ## Summary The Thanet District Council is currently seeking a qualified contractor for the "Modernisation of Traction Passenger Lifts" project, which involves urgent refurbishment of existing passenger lifts in the Thanet District area, South East England. This open tender process is in the planning stage and is projected to commence on 1st June 2020, with contract works anticipated to start on or about 1st June 2020. The deadline for tender submissions is set for 1400 hrs on 16th April 2020, and the estimated project value is £1,600,000. This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Contractors with experience in lift modernisation, safety compliance, and electrical installations are particularly suited to compete for this contract. The procurement process will evaluate bids based on criteria detailed in the Invitation to Tender, encouraging suppliers to register on the Kent Business Portal for access to all necessary documents and clarifications. With the requirement for early mobilisation post-award, timely and responsive service providers will be key competitors in this tender. ## Notice Thanet District Council is seeking to select and appoint a suitably qualified contractor to undertake urgent refurbishment work to existing passenger lifts in the Thanet District area. Early mobilisation/commencement of works is essential following contract award to the successful contractor. Works are anticipated to commence on or about 19th October 2020. These works involve producing a comprehensive specification of requirements to be formed to encompass the requirements of all the lift types within the scope of proposed contract and to include BS EN81-80 A3 Compliancy (Uncontrolled movement in both directions) where this is not currently insitu. Where an existing lift has been identified as nearing the end of its useful life, it will be subject to a comprehensive modernisation / refurbishment programme. The outline scope of works will include the following: (i) Install new AC VVVF drive system; (ii) Install new ACVVF gearless drive motor; (iii) Install new diverter sheaves and suspension rope system; (iv) Install new over speed governor and safety gear; (v) Install new microprocessor control system with relevant shaft information equipment; (vi) Rewire the complete installation including trailing flexes to the lift car; (vii) Removal of existing landing entrances and installation of new 2 hour fire rated landing entrances complete with door furniture; (viii) Install new car door operator equipment including door furniture; (ix) New stainless steel car door panels including fully height electronic door detector (x) Install new push buttons and digital indicator signalisation inside the lift car and on all landings to comply with EN 81-70:2018; (xi) Replace lift car sling and enclosure. Replace the lift car interior with finishes as detailed; (xii) Testing of installation in accordance with BS 5655-10.1.1:1995 The procurement process will be undertaken on the basis of an open tender. Evaluation will be on the basis of criteria and methodology as set out in the Invitation to Tender document. The form of contract will be JCT Minor Works 2016 (with contractors design) plus Thanet District Council's Special Conditions. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Suppliers should in first instance register themselves on the Kent Business Portal www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk by following registration instructions. All procurement documents are available via the Kent Business Portal attached to the notice and available for suppliers to download and complete according to instructions contained. Any clarifications or questions must be submitted via the discussions area of the Kent Business Portal by no later than 14.00 hrs 4th June 2020. Completed tender documents must be submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 1400 hrs 12th June 2020 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51cdb0dd-1e36-4a85-947d-01c19ba135b8 | | 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 | 31 Mar 2020 | | Submission deadline | 12 Jun 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 18 Oct 2020 - 18 Oct 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,600,000 | | 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 | THANET DISTRICT COUNCIL | | Locality | MARGATE | | Post town | Canterbury | | Postcode | CT9 1XZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent | | Local authority | Thanet | | Electoral ward | Cliftonville West | | Westminster constituency | East Thanet | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 51 - Installation services (except software) ### Codes - 51100000 - Installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment ## Release History - 31 Mar 2020 at 14:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51cdb0dd-1e36-4a85-947d-01c19ba135b8 - 23 Mar 2020 at 14:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ffd852aa-d83f-403e-898f-b34423f36164 - 16 Mar 2020 at 17:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b439b363-3a15-472c-9036-0220b958aac2 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51cdb0dd-1e36-4a85-947d-01c19ba135b8 31st March 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ffd852aa-d83f-403e-898f-b34423f36164 23rd March 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b439b363-3a15-472c-9036-0220b958aac2 16th March 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.thanet.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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