--- title: "Supply Chain notice: SYS0151 & SYS0152 - Penstock replacements design and build Portsmouth Naval Base (D Lock & North Pump Penstocks)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b30ee31c-1afd-400e-a542-3522b8559921" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b30ee31c-1afd-400e-a542-3522b8559921" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b30ee31c-1afd-400e-a542-3522b8559921.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b30ee31c-1afd-400e-a542-3522b8559921.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2023-11-23" --- # Supply Chain notice: SYS0151 & SYS0152 - Penstock replacements design and build Portsmouth Naval Base (D Lock & North Pump Penstocks) Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b30ee31c-1afd-400e-a542-3522b8559921 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b30ee31c-1afd-400e-a542-3522b8559921) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b30ee31c-1afd-400e-a542-3522b8559921.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence is inviting tenders for the design and build of penstock replacements at Portsmouth Naval Base. The project involves the replacement of penstocks at D Lock and North Pumping Station. Key dates include the close of the ITT in March 2024 and project completion by June 2025. The procurement method is a restricted procedure. The total contract value is £8,000,000, and the project falls under the works category. This tender opportunity provides a chance for businesses with expertise in infrastructure asset management, services within Portsmouth Naval Base, and experience in design, installation, and commissioning for seawater environments to compete. Companies with a track record in confined space working, saltwater environments, and relevant accreditations will be well-suited to participate in this procurement process led by KBS Maritime on behalf of the Ministry of Defence. ## Notice The Tenderer should be aware that the works detailed in this package are constrained due to the nature of the location they are to be conducted in. Project location HM Naval Base Portsmouth The Contractor shall be expected to adhere by the HMNB site security requirements, all Contractors and Sub-Contractors shall be BPSS security vetted and will be required to hold the relevant site security passes. The Contractor shall be expected to hold the following levels of insurance PS10m Public Liability, PS10m Product Liability, PS5m Professional Indemnity. KBS Maritime - Introduction KBS Maritime is a joint venture between KBR and BAE Systems, bringing together two global players with a rich heritage of delivering excellence, innovation and reliability. The joint venture will combine the expertise of KBR as a global leader in infrastructure asset management and services with BAE Systems' experience and capability within Portsmouth Naval Base. KBS Maritime are delivering an ambitious, modern and enduring change to the Portsmouth Naval base infrastructure, securing investment in the local community and ensuring fit-for-purpose, world-leading fleet support for the Royal Navy and the UK in the decades ahead. Project Background KBS Maritime have a requirement for a programme of 8 penstock replacements at D Lock (project number: SYS0151-01) over the next year. The penstocks will vary in duty, with pressures ranging from 6mWC to 22mWC, both on and off head. Penstocks shall be manufactured to BS7775, feature non-rising spindles and electric actuation. The successful tenderer shall be able to demonstrate experience in removing existing penstocks, designing, installing and commissioning new penstocks suitable for use in seawater. KBS Maritime also have a requirement for a programme of 11 penstock replacements at North Pumping Station (project number: SYS0152-01) over the next year. The penstocks will vary in duty, with pressures ranging from 6mWC to 22mWC, both on and off head. Penstocks shall be manufactured to BS7775, feature non-rising spindles and electric actuation. The successful tenderer shall be able to demonstrate experience in removing existing penstocks, designing, installing and commissioning new penstocks suitable for use in seawater. KBS will then have a rolling programme of 40+ penstocks to be replaced from FY24/25 to beyond 2030. The penstocks will vary in duty, with pressures ranging from 6mWC to 22mWC, both on and off head. Penstocks shall be manufactured to BS7775, feature non-rising spindles and electric actuation. The successful tenderer shall be able to demonstrate experience in removing existing penstocks, designing, installing and commissioning new penstocks suitable for use in seawater. Additional information: Contractor SQEP (Suitably Qualified and Experienced Personnel) guidance Industry track record, confined space working, salt water environments, large and deep wells, working within MoD establishments. NIC EIC approved (National Inspection Council for Electrical Installation Contracting), NACE accreditation, EN1090 execution class 3., Achillies UVDB, City & Guilds confined space level 2/3 for operatives, level 5 for managers, Welder quals to BS EN 287, Security clearance, IPAF (International Powered Access Federation), SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme), IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health), NEBOSH (National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health), CHAS (Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme), Safe Contractor. Key Dates (approximate) Expressions of Interest: 31 December 2023 ITT Published: Late January 2024 ITT Close: Mid/Late March 2024 Construction commencement: 01 May 2024 Project Completion : 30 June 2025 : If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Chris May - at Tenders@kbsmaritime.com to express interest. quoting ref SYS0151 & SYS0152 - Penstock replacements design and build Portsmouth Naval Base (D Lock & North Pump Penstocks). Once the notice has closed, suppliers will be invited to Pre-Qualify and/or Invited to Tender. Open or restricted tender procedure will be dependent on the number of expressions of interest received. A Non-Disclosure Agreement will also be required, prior to participating in a Pre Qualification and/or Invitation to Tender. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e8e2a71-99f5-4f9a-8e92-63fc3be92fa8 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Nov 2023 | | Submission deadline | 31 Dec 2023 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Apr 2024 - 30 Jun 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £8,000,000 | | 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE | | Locality | PORTSMOUTH | | Post town | Portsmouth | | Postcode | PO1 3NH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth | | Local authority | Portsmouth | | Electoral ward | Charles Dickens | | Westminster constituency | Portsmouth South | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 42131220 - Penstock valves ## Release History - 23 Nov 2023 at 12:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e8e2a71-99f5-4f9a-8e92-63fc3be92fa8 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e8e2a71-99f5-4f9a-8e92-63fc3be92fa8 23rd November 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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