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title: "Directional drilling services and rental items for geothermal drilling"
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# Directional drilling services and rental items for geothermal drilling

Buyer: EDEN GEOTHERMAL LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02a98d

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Eden Geothermal Ltd seeking directional drilling services and rental items for a geothermal drilling project at the Eden Project in Cornwall, UK. This initiative, supported by European Union ERDF funding, is classified under well-drilling services. The procurement is at the award stage, with the contract signed on 26 March 2021. The project location is specifically at Eden Geothermal, Eden Project, Bodelva, Cornwall, PL24 2SG. The procurement method used was an open procedure, allowing wide participation.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in geothermal drilling and related services, particularly those experienced in directional drilling in granite or similar geological conditions. Companies offering well-logging services or well-drilling control services may also find this project aligns well with their capabilities. Small and medium enterprises as well as larger scale companies are encouraged to consider their participation, given the competitive bidding context with nine total bids received, including interest from both domestic and foreign entities.

## Notice

Directional drilling services, and rental of associated items, for drilling a deep geothermal well at the Eden Project, Cornwall, UK. Drilling will be almost solely in granite; tenderers should be able to demonstrate their ability to directionally drill in granite or similar crystalline rock, with an emphasis on drilling in hot wells.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Directional drilling services and associated rental items for drilling a deep geothermal well in granite. Drilling will be in 4 sections: . SECTION 1:26" HOLE TO +/- 300 m MD (VERTICAL) The 26" hole section will comprise 5 1/2" 24.7 lbs./ft. premium class drill pipe in S135. The BHA for this section of the hole will consist of: -- a downhole drilling motor (based on experience from a previous well in this formation; MWD for verticality), MWD telemetry and non-magnetic drill collar, -- a 9 1/2" float sub with float, -- 24" (23 3/4") stabilizer, -- 9 1/2" shock tool, -- 9 1/2" drill collars, -- 8" drill collars, -- 5 1/2" HWDP, -- cross-overs and subs as required. . SECTION 2:17 1/2" HOLE TO 1,500 m MD (VERTICAL) The 17 1/2" hole section will require 5 1/2" 24.7 lbs./ft. premium class drill pipe in S135. The BHA for this section of hole will consist of: -- a downhole drilling motor, MWD (directional assembly) and non-magnetic drill collar -- a (8") 8 1/4" float sub with float, -- (8") 8 1/4" shock tool, -- (8") 8 1/4" drill collars, -- (8") 8 1/4" drilling jar, -- 6 1/2" drill collars, -- 1/2" HWDP, -- 16 3/4" stabilizer or stab ring, -- cross-overs and subs as required. According to availability and spares, the 9 1/2" drill collars and the shock tool may be used too in this section as long as suitable stabilizers can be located in the correct size. . SECTION 3:12 1/4" HOLE TO 4,000 m MD (DIRECTIONAL, ABOUT 3,870 mTVD) The 12 1/4" hole section will require 5 1/2" 24.7 lbs./ft. premium class drill pipe in S135. The BHA for this section of the hole will consist of: -- a downhole drilling motor, MWD (directional assembly) and non-magnetic drill collar, -- a (8") 8 1/4" float sub with float, -- (8") 8 1/4" drill collars, -- (8") 8 1/4" drilling jar, -- 5 1/2" HWDP, -- at a minimum one 12" stabiliser or stab-ring, -- cross-overs and subs as required. . SECTION 4:8 1/2" HOLE TO MAX. 5,260 m MD (about 4,880 m TVD) The 8 1/2" hole section will require a combination of 5" 19.5 lbs./ft. and 5 1/2" 24.7 lbs./ft. drill pipe in S135. Inside the 8 1/2" hole we recommend to use only 5" DP in order to allow for sufficient clearance around the tool joints. The up drag in the well will most likely be in the order of 30 to 50 tons by 5,000 m. The BHA for this section of the hole will consist of: -- a downhole drilling motor, MWD (directional assembly) and non-magnetic drill collar, -- a 6 3/4" (6 5/8") float sub with float, -- 6 1/2" drill collars, -- 6 1/2" drilling jar, -- 8" stabilisers, -- 5" HWDP, -- cross-overs and subs as required. If drag and torque become a problem in the lower intervals, the 6 1/2" drill collars will be reduced accordingly and the drilling weight will be compensated with additional 5" HWDP. . The tenderer is expected to supply all equipment, material and personnel as laid out in full in the ITT documents available from EGL. Additional information: This contract is part of a project co-funded by the European Union through the ERDF

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008732-2021 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Mar 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 | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EDEN GEOTHERMAL LTD |
| Additional buyers | EUROPEAN UNION |
| Locality | ST AUSTELL |
| Post town | Plymouth |
| Postcode | PL24 2SG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly |
| ITL 3 | TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly |
| Local authority | Cornwall |
| Electoral ward | St Blazey |
| Westminster constituency | St Austell and Newquay |
| Delivery location | TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WEATHERFORD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 76 - Services related to the oil and gas industry

### Codes

- 76431000 - Well-drilling services
- 76431100 - Well-drilling control services
- 76440000 - Well-logging services

## Release History

- 23 Apr 2021 at 12:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008732-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.edengeothermal.com
- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:470544-2020:TEXT:EN:HTML
- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/public-procurement-review-service-scope-and-remit
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA42854

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