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title: "GB-Colchester: Borehole Investigation & Testing"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-cab5510a-ed16-4066-8f04-256f43f48689"
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buyer: "COLCHESTER AMPHORA ENERGY LTD"
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# GB-Colchester: Borehole Investigation & Testing

Buyer: COLCHESTER AMPHORA ENERGY LTD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cab5510a-ed16-4066-8f04-256f43f48689

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## Summary

The procurement process for the project titled "GB-Colchester: Borehole Investigation & Testing" is being conducted by Colchester Amphora Energy Ltd, based in Colchester, United Kingdom. This works contract falls under the industry category of test drilling and is currently in the tender stage, with submissions closing at 12:00 noon on 25th February 2019. The contractual value is between £100,000 and £500,000, and the expected contract period is from 18th March 2019 to 31st March 2020. This open procurement method is aimed at engaging a diverse range of contractors, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs). 

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses within the drilling and borehole installation industry, especially those experienced in test drilling work. Companies that can effectively manage drilling projects and possess the necessary skills to conduct thorough testing and analysis of borehole resources will be well-suited to compete. Engaging with this project can not only enhance businesses' portfolios but also establish valuable relationships with a prominent public sector buyer, fostering potential future collaborations.

## Notice

Colchester Amphora Energy Ltd (the Employer) has completed in the installation and testing of one borehole now wishes to commission the installation and testing of additional boreholes to further prove/ confirm the resource available and de-risk this aspect of the project. The scope of works will be to install and test a series of boreholes, commissioned as a series works packages with a Bill of Quantities, reviewing of results of the testing of each borehole before proceeding with additional installation's/ work packages. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. Tenders must be submitted via the portal by 12:00 (noon) on Monday 25th February 2019.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d4ab68c-62cd-4218-b24c-38240f660e1b |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jan 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Feb 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 18 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| 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 | COLCHESTER AMPHORA ENERGY LTD |
| Locality | COLCHESTER |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO3 3WG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Colchester |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Colchester |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45120000 - Test drilling and boring work
- 45121000 - Test drilling work
- 45262220 - Water-well drilling

## Release History

- 25 Jan 2019 at 15:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d4ab68c-62cd-4218-b24c-38240f660e1b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d4ab68c-62cd-4218-b24c-38240f660e1b
  25th January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Colchester:-Borehole-Investigation-%26-Testing/G346PT2JN6
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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