--- title: "Structural Testing of Street Lighting Columns 2018" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-cf524fd8-dd52-4edd-b01f-2ee83a681529" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cf524fd8-dd52-4edd-b01f-2ee83a681529" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cf524fd8-dd52-4edd-b01f-2ee83a681529.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cf524fd8-dd52-4edd-b01f-2ee83a681529.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2018-05-21" --- # Structural Testing of Street Lighting Columns 2018 Buyer: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cf524fd8-dd52-4edd-b01f-2ee83a681529 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cf524fd8-dd52-4edd-b01f-2ee83a681529) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cf524fd8-dd52-4edd-b01f-2ee83a681529.json) ## Summary Leicestershire County Council is currently seeking contractors for the "Structural Testing of Street Lighting Columns 2018" project. This procurement process is classified under technical inspection and testing services, with an estimated total budget of up to £150,000 per annum, split into two lots: Lot 1 for ultrasonic testing (up to £65,000) and Lot 2 for static load testing (up to £85,000). The tender period for applications ends on 25th May 2018, with the contract anticipated to commence on 1st July 2018 and potentially extend for an additional two years based on performance. The services will be delivered in the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom. This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in structural testing and inspection services. Companies that can provide either of the specified testing methods, or possess relevant qualifications and experience in similar projects, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The open procurement method encourages multiple bids, thus fostering a competitive environment that could benefit businesses invested in the technical services sector. ## Notice Leicestershire County Council (the Employer) is seeking to identify and appoint a Contractor(s) to a Structural Testing of Street Lighting Columns Contract. The service involves testing the structural integrity of lighting columns by two test methods as follows:- Method1 - Detailed inspection and test by ultrasonic "Relative Loss of Section" test Method 2 - Static load testing. The service also includes the analysis and production reports of the test results for the Employer. The tender will therefore be let in two lots. Lot 1 is for Method 1 only and likewise Lot 2 is for Method 2only Tenderers can apply for one or both lots. Tenderers can be awarded either one or two lots. Only one Contractor will be appointed to each lot. Lot 1 will be up to PS65,000 per annum and Lot 2 will be up to PS85,000 per annum. The proposed Contract period is 24 months with potential extensions of a further two years in one year increments subject to performance. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdfd2cc9-5c19-4b44-92aa-8afca57e68e9 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 May 2018 | | Submission deadline | 1 Jun 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Jun 2018 - 30 Jun 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £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 | LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | CROFT | | Post town | Leicester | | Postcode | LE9 3GE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire | | ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland | | Local authority | Blaby | | Electoral ward | Fosse Stoney Cove | | Westminster constituency | South Leicestershire | | Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services ## Release History - 21 May 2018 at 08:50 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdfd2cc9-5c19-4b44-92aa-8afca57e68e9 - 26 Apr 2018 at 08:21 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdfd2cc9-5c19-4b44-92aa-8afca57e68e9 - 25 Apr 2018 at 13:00 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdfd2cc9-5c19-4b44-92aa-8afca57e68e9 - 25 Apr 2018 at 12:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdfd2cc9-5c19-4b44-92aa-8afca57e68e9 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdfd2cc9-5c19-4b44-92aa-8afca57e68e9 21st May 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=56ba23aa-8548-e811-80eb-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True Opportunity Link - Structural Testing of Street Lighting Columns 2018 ## Notice URLs - http://www.leicestershire.gov.uk - http://www.leics.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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