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title: "UK SBS FM17028 Refurbishment and Recommissioning of A9 Building Gas Boosters"
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# UK SBS FM17028 Refurbishment and Recommissioning of A9 Building Gas Boosters

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f2c3b11d-ade3-4dd7-a789-6481a5899cb2

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## Summary

The UK Shared Business Services Limited is seeking quotations for the tender titled "UK SBS FM17028 Refurbishment and Recommissioning of A9 Building Gas Boosters." This contract involves mechanical services for refurbishing and recommissioning gas centrifugal boosters located at the National Oceanography Centre in Southampton, England. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions due by 16 February 2017. The contract is expected to commence on 1 April 2017 and complete by 30 April 2017, with the work site located at postal code SO14 3ZH. The procurement method is classified as Other - ITQ, and it falls under the main category of goods, specifically in the gases industry.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in mechanical services, particularly those experienced in gas systems refurbishment and maintenance. Contractors with expertise in gas-detection apparatus, gas appliance maintenance services, and general refurbishment of industrial equipment would be well-suited to compete. The requirement for a site visit prior to submitting a quotation highlights the importance of familiarity with the project site, further emphasising that well-prepared and knowledgeable contractors may have an advantage in securing this contract.

## Notice

*** The procurement procedure did not result in a contract award as no suitable offers were made. *** The National Oceanography Centre Southampton are seeking quotations for the provision of mechanical services to refurbish and recommission the main gas booster plant as detailed below: The NOC Southampton has two Howden DONKIN V50 MK7 (ATEX) Gas Centrifugal Boosters located in the main incomer building (A9). These booster units supply gas to the main building boiler plant via a quayside gas pipeline and are circa ~20 years old. The boosters operate in a standby duty mode with a manual switch over available locally, the status of these boosters is monitored remotely via the building management system (BMS). Each booster has its own local gas isolation points and electrical isolator (see appendix 1). The works are to include: * Survey of work area prior to commencement of works. * Gas and electrical isolation of the gas boosters (one at a time) and removal from site as needed for refurbishment. * Full refurbishment of gas boosters to full good working condition. * Re-installation of gas boosters to manufactures guidelines in compliance with IGE/UP/2 'Installation Pipework on Industrial and Commercial Premises'. * Full recommissioning of gas boosters to manufactures guidelines including all mechanical and electrical reconnections as required. The contractor is also to validate that all BMS connections are correct and functional following reinstallation, working in conjunction with the incumbent building controls engineers. * Standard service off all kit associated with the gas boosters including motors, belts and gas solenoid valves. * Tidy and disposal of all waste, make good of any fabric as required during these works * Attendance to prestart and handover meetings. * Provision of written guidance and a short onsite training session following works on suggested maintenance of the units for the in-house team. Contractors are strongly recommended to visit site ahead of providing a quotation, visit information can be found at the end of this document. Please note that: Following removal and survey we are aware that one gas booster may require complete replacement. A sum is to be provided for this along with details of the suggested booster replacement (make and model) an estimated lead time on delivery. All works are to take place during working hours but an hourly rate for 'out of hours work' is to be provided with the quotation return. Any additional or out of hours is to be agreed in advanced with the client. An indication of estimated work duration (number of days) is to be provided with the quotation in the form of an outline programme. To qualify for this tender request all interested contractors must submit the following alongside their quotation - A NOC Approved Contractor Questionnaire (completed in full) - Evidence of a mini Additional information: UK Shared Business Services eSourcing As part of the strategic alliance between UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) and Crown Commercial Service (CCS), UK SBS can use the CCS eSourcing Suite for future procurements. If you have not yet registered on the eSourcing Suite, this can be done online at https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk by following the link 'Register for CCS eSourcing'. Please note that, to register, you must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by Dun and Bradstreet) for the organisation which you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if invited to do so. Once you have registered on the eSourcing Suite, a registered user can express an interest for a specific procurement. This is done by emailing expressionofinterest@crowncommercial.gov.uk. Your email must clearly state: the name and reference for the procurement you wish to register for; the name of the registered Bidder; and the name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email. Crown Commercial Service will process the email and then enable the Bidder to access the procurement online via the e-Sourcing Suite. The registered user will receive a notification email to alert them once this has been done This bid will close on 16/02/2017 at 11:00

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e464c451-337a-4e59-852a-4973fc3cdd93 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - ITQ |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Feb 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2017 - 30 Apr 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 24 - Chemical products
- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 24100000 - Gases
- 31161200 - Gas cooling systems
- 31161800 - Parts of gas generators
- 38431100 - Gas-detection apparatus
- 45262690 - Refurbishment of run-down buildings
- 45333000 - Gas-fitting installation work
- 45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work
- 50411200 - Repair and maintenance services of gas meters
- 50413100 - Repair and maintenance services of gas-detection equipment
- 50511200 - Repair and maintenance services of gas pumps
- 50531200 - Gas appliance maintenance services

## Release History

- 3 Apr 2018 at 15:05 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e464c451-337a-4e59-852a-4973fc3cdd93
- 3 Feb 2017 at 14:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e464c451-337a-4e59-852a-4973fc3cdd93

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e464c451-337a-4e59-852a-4973fc3cdd93
  3rd April 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2c3d61a7-f506-4f7e-b3db-70ee81871255
  Appendix 1
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/96f808be-2b79-4ffb-ba65-3f28ba181286
  AW4.1 Terms
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ed596b08-651b-48c3-bb9b-cbddc1e19618
  FM17028 - Invitation To Quote
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5b4e103c-d63d-40e3-863e-bbacffd8028e
  FM17028 Invitation To Quote Questions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a10a0a36-c96a-4818-9cc9-dd398eae26bc
  FM17028 Health and Safety Questionnaire
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e6adf7a4-f6a0-43ae-828a-4b15c7542948
  AW5.2 Pricing Schedule

## Notice URLs

- https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk

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