--- title: "Anchor Block Removal" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9aa78103-18fb-4ee4-92f7-1d05c9d255d8" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9aa78103-18fb-4ee4-92f7-1d05c9d255d8" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9aa78103-18fb-4ee4-92f7-1d05c9d255d8.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9aa78103-18fb-4ee4-92f7-1d05c9d255d8.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WAVE HUB DEVELOPMENT SERVICES LIMITED" published: "2021-09-10" --- # Anchor Block Removal Buyer: WAVE HUB DEVELOPMENT SERVICES LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9aa78103-18fb-4ee4-92f7-1d05c9d255d8 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9aa78103-18fb-4ee4-92f7-1d05c9d255d8) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9aa78103-18fb-4ee4-92f7-1d05c9d255d8.json) ## Summary The procurement process, initiated by Wave Hub Development Services Limited, seeks contractors for the "Anchor Block Removal" project at Hayle, Cornwall. This project falls under the offshore services industry category, with a total contract value of £400,000. The tender period concludes on 22 September 2021, and the contract is set to commence on 1 October 2021, lasting until 30 June 2022. The contract aims to remove six concrete and steel anchor blocks from a floating offshore wind development site, requiring a methodological approach and compliance with health and safety standards. This public procurement is conducted through an open procedure below threshold. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in marine operations, environmental services, or construction. Companies equipped with the expertise in heavy lifting, marine logistics, and environmental compliance are encouraged to participate. Given the project's criticality in avoiding damage to existing infrastructure, firms with proven experience in similar offshore activities will be well-suited to compete for this contract, potentially leading to growth in the rapidly expanding renewable energy sector. ## Notice Celtic Sea Power is the trading name for Wave Hub Development Services Ltd, a Cornwall Council company. Celtic Sea Power ("The Vendor") is seeking to remove 6 concrete and steel anchor blocks from the Twin Hub Ltd operated Floating Offshore Wind development site at Hayle in Cornwall, together with all other mooring spread components, as part of the preparation for the future development, construction and operation of a floating offshore wind (FLOW) array. The Vendor is seeking solutions which; * Ensure the blocks are removed before 30th June 2022 * Maximise opportunities to remove the blocks before the end of 2021 * Use the expertise and experience of the successful contractor to maximise value through vessel and operational window choice. The anchor blocks were installed in 2014 as foundations for the SeaTricity wave energy device and consist of 6 clump weights, 4 Outer Mooring square clumps at 23 tonnes (dry) / 15 tonnes (wet) and 2 Centre Mooring circular clumps of combined to make a main clump of 126 tonnes (dry) / 80 tonnes (wet). The vendor is seeking a suitable contractor to: * Develop a methodology for the complete removal of the mooring clumps and residual mooring equipment from the Celtic Sea Power Site by end of June 2022; * Undertake all HSEQ and Project planning in line with industry standards, * Supply suitable vessels, plant, craneage, marine spread, ROV's inclusive of fuel, crew, lubes, stores, dues and other disbursements as required to execute the project plan, * Transport blocks from site, land ashore and dispose of in line with all environmental and waste management legislation, * Conduct post-removal ROV survey demonstrating that site is clear, * Provide project plans, HSEQ documentation, daily progress reports, and final report. The mooring spread is some 300m or so from the installed electrical infrastructure at the site - which comprises an export cable, hub and 4 x cable tails. A mission critical requirement for the successful contractor will be the minimisation of any potential damage to this infrastructure. To apply, please download the attached tender documentation and follow instructions therein. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e54b1a4-5bef-47d7-8071-d7c264b60a25 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Sep 2021 | | Submission deadline | 22 Sep 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2021 - 30 Jun 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £400,000 | | 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 | WAVE HUB DEVELOPMENT SERVICES LIMITED | | Locality | HAYLE | | Post town | Truro | | Postcode | TR27 4DD | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly | | ITL 3 | TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly | | Local authority | Cornwall | | Electoral ward | Gwinear-Gwithian & Hayle East | | Westminster constituency | Camborne and Redruth | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 76 - Services related to the oil and gas industry ### Codes - 76520000 - Offshore services ## Release History - 10 Sep 2021 at 15:37 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e54b1a4-5bef-47d7-8071-d7c264b60a25 - 3 Sep 2021 at 14:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e54b1a4-5bef-47d7-8071-d7c264b60a25 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e54b1a4-5bef-47d7-8071-d7c264b60a25 10th September 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d91ae91a-8553-4b16-a15f-2934774ae64f Invitation to Tender - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/65dd0c13-f221-4898-8b9e-03c2ce5cc666 Supporting information - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2815ad5d-8160-4138-b616-4620fd7ab902 Supporting Information - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a068ea63-a857-4e3f-b107-e1b69c648201 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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