--- title: "650v Signal Power Distribution - Area E (Cumbria) - Design Package" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d9f8249e-092c-4ceb-96b9-cf199ebeba97" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d9f8249e-092c-4ceb-96b9-cf199ebeba97" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d9f8249e-092c-4ceb-96b9-cf199ebeba97.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d9f8249e-092c-4ceb-96b9-cf199ebeba97.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "VOLKERRAIL SPECIALIST BUSINESSES LTD" published: "2021-08-19" --- # 650v Signal Power Distribution - Area E (Cumbria) - Design Package Buyer: VOLKERRAIL SPECIALIST BUSINESSES LTD Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d9f8249e-092c-4ceb-96b9-cf199ebeba97 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d9f8249e-092c-4ceb-96b9-cf199ebeba97) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d9f8249e-092c-4ceb-96b9-cf199ebeba97.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves VolkerRail Specialist Businesses Ltd seeking bids for the "650v Signal Power Distribution - Area E (Cumbria) - Design Package". This project falls under the engineering design services industry category and is located in the UK. Currently at the Tender stage, the deadline for bid submissions is set for 29th October 2021. The total estimated contract value is £500,000, with a minimum value of £251,000. The contract itself will run from 6th March 2022 to 31st March 2023, under a Fixed Price Lump Sum arrangement as part of an existing Framework Agreement with Network Rail for Programme Renewals works. This tender presents a significant opportunity for engineering design firms, particularly those specialising in electrical power systems and civil engineering projects. Businesses that meet the eligibility criteria, such as being RISQS approved and having prior experience with Network Rail infrastructure, will find this tender suitable for growth. Additionally, this contract may appeal to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) aiming to expand their portfolios in public sector projects, especially those experienced in design consultancy services relevant to the construction of infrastructure works. ## Notice The Supplier is to provide services in the relation to GRIP4-5 Design works relating to 650v Cable Renewals Typical GRIP 4/5 Form B (Detailed Design) deliverables as detailed below; - Earthing & bonding strategy for the project. - Form B per each package to include the following; * Form B Certificates * SSP Electrical Schematic * SSP Alarm Schematic * SSP Combined Services Site Layout * SSP Feeder Protection Panel (FPP) Layout * Existing DNO Layout * ASP Electrical Schematic DNO * Alarm Schematic * ASP Combined Services Site Layout * New DNO Layout * ASP Design Statement (Incl. DRA, ETAP Calculations Final, Design Decision Log, IDC Cert) * SSP Design Statement (Incl. DRA, ETAP Calculations Final, Design Decision Log, IDC Cert) * Internal IDR/Hazard Log (CSM) Section 10 - ASP to ASP * Form B as above * (Existing & Proposed Feeder) Signalling Power Distribution Schematic Section 9 - ASP to SSP Feeders * Form B as above * (Existing & Proposed Feeder) Signalling Power Distribution Schematic Section 8 - SSP to ASP Feeders * Form B as above * (Existing & Proposed Feeder) Signalling Power Distribution Schematic VolkerRail Specialist Businesses Procurement Process involves the following minimum criteria: - RISQS approved supplier for the LV E&P works of this nature - Previous experience of works of this type on Network Rail Infrastructure - Contract Award reliant on successful completion of VRSB Supplier Approval Process - Supply of evidence of previous related works/services to demonstrate competence - Once shortlisted a formal ITT will be issued with appropriate weighted scoring mechanism (HSQE, Competence, Programme, Costs) - Proposed method of engagement will be a Fixed Price Lump Sum under VRSB Subcontract Form of Contract (Issued with ITT) Please refer to https://www.volkerrail.co.uk/ for company background The project sits within an existing Framework Agreement with Network Rail, North West & Central, Capital Delivery for Programme Renewals works and services. N/A Additional information: N/A ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1500fe45-c929-41d9-8edd-042838c7de1f | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 Aug 2021 | | Submission deadline | 29 Oct 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 6 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2023 | | 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 | VOLKERRAIL SPECIALIST BUSINESSES LTD | | Locality | DONCASTER | | Post town | Doncaster | | Postcode | DN4 8DE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE35 Doncaster | | Local authority | Doncaster | | Electoral ward | Balby South | | Westminster constituency | Doncaster Central | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 22 - Printed matter and related products - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 22314000 - Designs - 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 - 71323100 - Electrical power systems design services - 71323200 - Plant engineering design services - 79311100 - Survey design services - 79415200 - Design consultancy services - 79421200 - Project-design services other than for construction work - 79933000 - Design support services ## Release History - 19 Aug 2021 at 12:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1500fe45-c929-41d9-8edd-042838c7de1f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1500fe45-c929-41d9-8edd-042838c7de1f 19th August 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.competefor.com/business/viewOpportunityDetailsSupplier.html?id=57502302 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Notice URLs - https://www.volkerrail.co.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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