--- title: "4353/JN/24 - Fabrication and Mechanical Installation of Pipework for the MCFC" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f071aa0b-f8ae-465a-8906-7bfc700dede0" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f071aa0b-f8ae-465a-8906-7bfc700dede0" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f071aa0b-f8ae-465a-8906-7bfc700dede0.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f071aa0b-f8ae-465a-8906-7bfc700dede0.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD" published: "2025-01-14" --- # 4353/JN/24 - Fabrication and Mechanical Installation of Pipework for the MCFC Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f071aa0b-f8ae-465a-8906-7bfc700dede0 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f071aa0b-f8ae-465a-8906-7bfc700dede0) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f071aa0b-f8ae-465a-8906-7bfc700dede0.json) ## Summary The University of Sheffield's Translational Energy Research Centre sought a supplier for the Fabrication and Mechanical Installation of Pipework for the MCFC. Ensign Site Services Ltd, a Cheshire-based SME, was awarded the contract. Classified under the CPV codes for pipeline, mechanical engineering installation works, and miscellaneous engineering services, this project involves installing a Molten Carbonate Fuel Cell and integrating it with various equipment. The total value of the contract awarded is £188,523.3, and the project is located in Yorkshire and the Humber, starting on 24th December 2024 and concluding on 28th February 2025. This contract follows an open procedure procurement method, aimed at ensuring wide participation from SMEs and VCSEs. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in pipeline fabrication, mechanical installations, and engineering services. SMEs and other engineering firms capable of handling intricate installations and integrations with existing infrastructure would find this contract particularly advantageous. With a clear focus on energy research and the integration of advanced fuel cell technology, this project offers substantial growth prospects, positioning successful suppliers within a niche and innovative sector. Prospective businesses could leverage this project to enhance their portfolios and establish themselves as capable providers of complex engineering solutions, thus expanding their market reach and expertise. ## Notice The University of Sheffield's Translational Energy Research Centre requires a supplier to provide the below project requirements. The project will install a Molten Carbonate Fuel Cell (MCFC) on site, and integrate it with (free issue) balance of plant (BOP) equipment for treatment, blending and conditioning of feed gases and treatment of exhaust gases; and interconnect it to site infrastructure for gas supplies; and route vents to safe area through the roof of the facility. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend system, this can be accessed at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. The University of Sheffield is not a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU) as amended by the Public Procurement (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020. The University reserves the right from time to time to voluntarily operate under the Public Contract Regulations (as defined above) on a case by case basis. 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For the avoidance of doubt, this procurement is not subject to the Public Contract Regulations (as defined above). ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23876f2a-4f27-4180-8a95-aeab14e740ba | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 Jan 2025 | | Submission deadline | 13 Dec 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 24 Dec 2024 | | Contract period | 24 Dec 2024 - 28 Feb 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £180,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £188,523 | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD | | Locality | SHEFFIELD | | Post town | Sheffield | | Postcode | S10 2TN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield | | Local authority | Sheffield | | Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale | | Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central | | Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | ENSIGN SITE SERVICES | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45 - Construction work - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 44160000 - Pipeline, piping, pipes, casing, tubing and related items - 45351000 - Mechanical engineering installation works - 71330000 - Miscellaneous engineering services ## Release History - 14 Jan 2025 at 10:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23876f2a-4f27-4180-8a95-aeab14e740ba - 2 Dec 2024 at 12:10 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/055bafee-a23e-4aa4-a36d-4112ce9f3197 - 14 Nov 2024 at 16:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/055bafee-a23e-4aa4-a36d-4112ce9f3197 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23876f2a-4f27-4180-8a95-aeab14e740ba 14th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/055bafee-a23e-4aa4-a36d-4112ce9f3197 2nd December 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield Tender documents can be accessed at ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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