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# Transformer Oil Removal

Buyer: SOUTH TEES SITE COMPANY LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-88d18463-62a4-4b89-a728-c4dc89f8c2c5

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## Summary

The South Tees Site Company Limited is seeking services for a tender titled "Transformer Oil Removal" as part of a refurbishment project for its 66kV High Voltage Distribution network. Located in Redcar, England, this procurement falls under the service category relating to electric motors, generators, and transformers (CPV code 31100000). The procurement method is a direct tender through a single tender action as it is below the threshold limit. The tender submission deadline was 5th July 2018, with the contract period commencing on 9th July 2018 and concluding on 30th September 2018.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in transformer maintenance and repair services, particularly those experienced in handling high voltage equipment and transformer oil processing. Companies with expertise in engineering services, environmental management, and equipment supply are well-suited to compete for this contract, which has a value of approximately £30,000. The involvement in such projects not only fosters growth but also enhances service portfolios for SMEs in the energy and utilities sector.

## Notice

As part of a wider refurbishment project on the South Tees Site Company's (STSC) 66kV High Voltage Distribution network, STSC wish to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced provider to drain, store, recondition, and refill two 66kV to 11kV plant main power transformers (referred to as T67 & T68) and associated equipment. The service is to include the supply labour and specialist equipment for the following for each transformer (2 off): Stage 1 (Transformer No. 1) * Removal of transformer oil from a the 30MVA transformer main tank, cooler, tank tool gear and associated pipework, volume of oil approximately 3401 gallons. Deadline: oil to be removed by 13th July 2018 * Off-site storage of oil at a suitable facility for approximately 30 days * Application of Nitrogen or Dry Air blanket to the transformer No.1 to maintain the suitable preservation of the transformer internal parts & components: o Provision, use, and connection of Dry air machine at site o Connect pipework and satisfactorily supply the transformer main tank with Dry Air o Connect Nitrogen bottle, regulator & connections, etc. * Recondition oil* and re-fill** * Oil processing pass within the transformer tank, cooler bank and pipework Stage 2 (Transformer No. 2) * Removal of transformer oil from a the 30MVA transformer main tank, cooler, tool gear tank and associated pipework, volume of oil approximately 3401 gallons * Off-site storage of oil fat a suitable facility for approximately 30 days * Application of Nitrogen or Dry Air blanket to the transformer No.2 to maintain the suitable preservation of the transformer internal parts & components: o Provision, use, and connection of Dry air machine at site o Connect pipework and satisfactorily supply the transformer main tank with Dry Air o Connect Nitrogen bottle, regulator & connections, etc. * Recondition oil* and re-fill** * Oil processing pass within the transformer tank, cooler bank and pipework The wider project is due to commence on the 16th July 2018 and the first transformer will be required to be drained prior to this date. Full details can be found in the ITT document and supporting information attached. Additional information: All communication relating to this tender must be made via the Procurement Team, email: procurement@stscltd.co.uk Please use this email address to: * Confirm intention to submit a tender * Raise any questions during the tender period * Return the completed tender

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e7309ff-7854-4ddc-9a14-014b33102681 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jul 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Jul 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jul 2018 |
| Contract period | 15 Jul 2018 - 30 Sep 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £23,100 |
| 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 | SOUTH TEES SITE COMPANY LIMITED |
| Locality | REDCAR |
| Post town | Cleveland |
| Postcode | TS10 5QW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC32 South Teesside |
| Local authority | Redcar and Cleveland |
| Electoral ward | South Bank |
| Westminster constituency | Redcar |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UTILITY OILS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 31100000 - Electric motors, generators and transformers
- 31213200 - Distribution transformers
- 50532200 - Repair and maintenance services of transformers

## Release History

- 16 Jul 2018 at 14:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e7309ff-7854-4ddc-9a14-014b33102681
- 27 Jun 2018 at 13:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7dcec259-4a45-4e9e-9fb5-be1b71b32e45

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e7309ff-7854-4ddc-9a14-014b33102681
  16th July 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7dcec259-4a45-4e9e-9fb5-be1b71b32e45
  27th June 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/921fe41b-de08-4afc-a2ec-d7a7b9632044
  STSC-FB-0010 Transformer Oil Removal - ITT
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c43120cc-9b14-492a-9631-2cd6590c6a29
  STSC-FB-0010 Transformer Oil Removal - Terms & Conditions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fb9966e2-1e5d-43e8-b93b-332046f7d6ab
  Appendix A - GA Drawing of the T67 transformer and oil cooler
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/91834615-dcea-43cf-abb7-a32087126b79
  Appendix B - Photographs of the transformers in situ

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