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title: "Extension/ Variation - Contract for the Provision of Emergency Pipeline Services and planned works"
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# Extension/ Variation - Contract for the Provision of Emergency Pipeline Services and planned works

Buyer: NORTHERN GAS NETWORKS LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0289ff

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Northern Gas Networks Limited, which is seeking contractors for the "Extension/Variation - Contract for the Provision of Emergency Pipeline Services and planned works." This tender falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on pipeline-inspection services, and is located within several regions of the UK, including the UKC, UKD1, and UKE. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase, with the contract signed on 19th January 2021 for an amount of £660,669. This limited procurement method was chosen due to the mandated need for these specialised emergency services as outlined by Ofgem, citing a lack of competition for technical reasons.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in emergency services, pipeline maintenance, and inspection. Companies that specialise in non-steel and steel pipework, emergency response capabilities, and related training and auditing services would be well-suited to compete. With the urgent nature of these services being provided year-round, there is potential for ongoing contracts and partnerships for suppliers that can meet the stringent requirements outlined in the tender.

## Notice

Business Requirement It is a Mandatory obligation from Ofgem for the services described in Schedule 1A - Emergency Pipeline Services. Monopoly service from legacy of network sale with National Grid. At point of sale, National Grid established PMC Ambergate (branch of National Grid) to continue providing the specialist services. Scope SCHEDULE 1A - Emergency Pipeline Services The Supplier will provide Emergency Pipeline Services in respect of Non-Steel Pipe work and Steel Systems in the event of an Emergency. The Emergency Pipeline Services shall be provided 24 hours 365 days per annum and include: * maintenance and certification of specialist equipment and emergency materials; and * Training and audit activities to maintain competency of the Supplier Personnel. The Emergency Pipeline Services comprises the following: * Make safe for Non-Steel Pipework in the event of an Emergency; * The Supplier may be called upon to perform the following services on the Non-Steel Pipe work: a) Emergency response capability to assess damage. b) Emergency response capability to install approved connections for bypass lines to maintain gas flows; c) Emergency response capability to effect specialist flow stopping. * Make safe and Emergency repairs for Steel Systems in the event of an Emergency; Emergency response capability to assess damage, the repair / replacement of damaged pipelines and associated equipment or a repair to the Steel Systems as described below. * Inspection and non-destructive testing for Steel Systems. * Assessment and recommendation for Steel Systems. * Temporary repair to the Steel Systems.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Business Requirement It is a Mandatory obligation from Ofgem for the services described in Schedule 1A - Emergency Pipeline Services. Monopoly service from legacy of network sale with National Grid. At point of sale, National Grid established PMC Ambergate (branch of National Grid) to continue providing the specialist services.Scope SCHEDULE 1A - Emergency Pipeline Services The Supplier will provide Emergency Pipeline Services in respect of Non-Steel Pipe work and Steel Systems in the event of an Emergency. The Emergency Pipeline Services shall be provided 24 hours 365 days per annum and include: * maintenance and certification of specialist equipment and emergency materials; and * Training and audit activities to maintain competency of the Supplier Personnel. The Emergency Pipeline Services comprises the following: * Make safe for Non-Steel Pipework in the event of an Emergency; * The Supplier may be called upon to perform the following services on the Non-Steel Pipe work: a) Emergency response capability to assess damage. b) Emergency response capability to install approved connections for bypass lines to maintain gas flows; c) Emergency response capability to effect specialist flow stopping. * Make safe and Emergency repairs for Steel Systems in the event of an Emergency; Emergency response capability to assess damage, the repair / replacement of damaged pipelines and associated equipment or a repair to the Steel Systems as described below. * Inspection and non-destructive testing for Steel Systems. * Assessment and recommendation for Steel Systems. * Temporary repair to the Steel Systems. SCHEDULE 1B - Non Emergency Specialist Pipeline Services (Planned Works) Non-Emergency Specialist Pipeline Services comprise the following services in relation to the Customer Assets; a) hot tap and flow stop services to suit all sizes up to 48" and pressure ranges up to 85 bar; b) CCTV and swagelining services; c) workshop fabrication, inspection and non-destructive testing activities; d) pressure testing; e) long range ultrasonic inspection service. f) planned repairs for non-routine maintenance to the Customer Assets; g) the hire of specialist equipment such as Preparatory Pigging Equipment, h) Non Standard Works on request

### Procurement Information

It is a Mandatory obligation from Ofgem for the services described in Schedule 1A - Emergency Pipeline Services. Monopoly service from legacy of network sale with National Grid. At point of sale, National Grid established PMC Ambergate (branch of National Grid) to continue providing the specialist services.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001487-2021 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jan 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £660,669 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHERN GAS NETWORKS LIMITED |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS15 8TU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Garforth & Swillington |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds East |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD1 Cumbria, TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NATIONAL GRID GAS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 76 - Services related to the oil and gas industry

### Codes

- 76600000 - Pipeline-inspection services

## Release History

- 25 Jan 2021 at 16:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001487-2021
- 13 Jan 2021 at 15:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000683-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nationalgrid.co.uk
- http://www.northerngas.co.uk

## Provenance

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