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title: "DSRL - Framework Agreement for the Provision of Design Services (Minor)"
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# DSRL - Framework Agreement for the Provision of Design Services (Minor)

Buyer: CTM PORTAL FOR THE NDA SHARED SERVICES ALLIANCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d96f9b98-7735-45f6-aafe-b8de4eafc686

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## Summary

Dounreay Site Restoration Limited (DSRL) is initiating a framework agreement for the provision of minor multi-disciplinary design services, encompassing mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering. The contract is set to commence in December 2020 and will span a maximum of four years, concluding in November 2024, with possible extensions. This procurement is classified under the industry category of architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services, with a total anticipated value of £3 million. Businesses interested in this tender must submit their bids before the deadline of 23 September 2020, and the procurement method is a selective procedure requiring competition for package orders above £35,000.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in design services, particularly those experienced in mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering sectors. Companies that can offer quality engineering assessments, CAD design services, and possess a proven track record in producing engineering documentation will be well-suited to compete. With an emphasis on collaboration as a framework contract, successful bidders can expect ongoing work over the contract period, fostering business growth and potential expansion into similar projects within the public sector.

## Notice

Dounreay Site Restoration Limited (DSRL) (the Employer) is seeking to establish Framework Agreements to provide minor multi-disciplinary design services utilising the following lotting strategy: * Lot 1 - Mechanical Design Services, * Lot 2 - Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) Design Services, * Lot 3 - Civils, Structural & Architectural (CS&A) Design Services. Framework Agreements will be awarded to a maximum of three Consultants on each Lot, for a duration of up to 4 years (2+1+1). The Framework Agreements are to run from December 2020 to November 2022 with the option to extend for a further 1+1 years. The anticipated value of Package Orders that may be awarded through the Framework Agreement over the four year duration is PS3M. Package Orders awarded through the Framework Agreements will be required to seek competition for all Package Orders above PS35k - there will be the provision for the direct award of Package Orders up to PS35k in value. The maximum value of a Package Order will be PS100k. The scope of works comprises: * Preparation of design and engineering work packs; provision of design and draughting services using Computer Aided Design (CAD) packages; preparation of engineering documentation, including Bills of Materials (BoM's) adhering to relevant DSRL procedures; * Designer's risk assessment in accordance with relevant legislation; information for health and safety files, essential health and safety requirements, and CE marking; * Provision of independent engineering assessments; * Retrieval of design, engineering and technical information; including surveys of plant, facilities and services; provision of data acquisition and measuring devices; * Provision of quality printing and duplication facilities (Including A0 size drawings); provision of electronic data submission and transfer systems (Including compatibility of software systems); and * Provision of suitably qualified and experienced drafting and engineering personnel

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd2ccc9c-ae3c-4792-9592-0a50c0a5a30f |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 9 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Sep 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 16 Dec 2020 - 29 Nov 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,000,000 |
| 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 | CTM PORTAL FOR THE NDA SHARED SERVICES ALLIANCE |
| Locality | THURSO |
| Post town | Kirkwall |
| Postcode | KW14 7TZ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Highland |
| Electoral ward | Thurso and Northwest Caithness |
| Westminster constituency | Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 71220000 - Architectural design services
- 71300000 - Engineering services
- 71310000 - Consultative engineering and construction services
- 71311100 - Civil engineering support services
- 71312000 - Structural engineering consultancy services
- 71320000 - Engineering design services
- 71321000 - Engineering design services for mechanical and electrical installations for buildings
- 71322000 - Engineering design services for the construction of civil engineering works
- 71323000 - Engineering-design services for industrial process and production
- 71330000 - Miscellaneous engineering services
- 71333000 - Mechanical engineering services
- 71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services
- 71336000 - Engineering support services

## Release History

- 9 Sep 2020 at 07:26 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd2ccc9c-ae3c-4792-9592-0a50c0a5a30f
- 26 Aug 2020 at 12:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd2ccc9c-ae3c-4792-9592-0a50c0a5a30f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd2ccc9c-ae3c-4792-9592-0a50c0a5a30f
  9th September 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://sharedsystems.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=12827&B=SELLAFIELD
  Additional data
- https://sharedsystems.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/3510
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/case-studies/shared-services-alliance-ssa-for-nuclear-decommissioning-estate

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