--- title: "Supply and Distribution of Hydrogen Fuel for Buses" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02d1e6" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02d1e6" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02d1e6.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02d1e6.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "TRANSLINK" published: "2021-08-06" --- # Supply and Distribution of Hydrogen Fuel for Buses Buyer: TRANSLINK Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02d1e6 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02d1e6) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02d1e6.json) ## Summary Translink, the integrated public transport operator in Northern Ireland, is currently seeking tenders for the "Supply and Distribution of Hydrogen Fuel for Buses". This procurement falls within the goods category, specifically classified under gaseous fuels, and aims to support Translink's commitment to a zero-emission fleet by 2040. The procurement process is at the active tender stage, with submissions due by 14th September 2021. The successful provider will supply hydrogen fuel to operate up to 25 vehicles daily at Translink's Newtownabbey site, with the contract scheduled to commence on 1st November 2021 and run until 31st October 2023, totalling a value of £6 million and allowing for potential extensions. This opportunity provides a significant avenue for growth for businesses specialising in hydrogen fuel supply and distribution, particularly those experienced in delivering sustainable energy solutions. Companies with capabilities in providing gaseous fuels and experience in working with large-scale transport operators would be well-positioned to submit proposals. Engaging in this tender not only enables providers to contribute to environmental sustainability but also positions them as integral partners in modernising public transport services in Northern Ireland. ## Notice Translink is the name for the integrated operations of the three companies, Citybus Limited (operating as Metro and including Glider), NI Railways and Ulsterbus operating scheduled bus and rail services in Northern Ireland, including cross-border and cross-channel links. Translink is responsible for over 84 million bus and rail passenger journeys each year. It operates a fleet of over 1,400 buses, coaches and trains, runs 12,500 services every day and employs over 4,200 people in jobs across all parts of Northern Ireland. Translink has a detailed and progressive Zero Emission fleet strategy. It is proposed that by 2040, both Bus and Rail fleets will be zero emission fleets. As part of the programme, the Metro services operating in Belfast and Londonderry will be zero emission by 2030. The initial roll out of this programme has commenced with the procurement of 100 zero emission vehicles. Included in this number are 20 Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEV). In order to operate these vehicles Translink will require a reliable supply of Hydrogen fuel. Translink therefore invites tender proposals, from suitably qualified and experienced providers, for the supply of a Hydrogen to fuel up to 25 vehicles daily, at its Newtownabbey site. The fuel will be delivered in a Multi Element Gas Container (MEGC) trailer, owned or leased by the hydrogen gas supplier. It will be connected to Translink's Hydrogen Refuelling Station (HRS) from which the buses will be fuelled. Your response must be submitted via the relevant Call for Tender (CfT) on the eTendersNI portal. Instructions on how to submit your response can be found within the Interactive Walkthrough on the eTendersNI Homepage. No other method of submission will be accepted. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Translink is the name for the integrated operations of the three companies, Citybus Limited (operating as Metro and including Glider), NI Railways and Ulsterbus operating scheduled bus and rail services in Northern Ireland, including cross-border and cross-channel links. Translink is responsible for over 84 million bus and rail passenger journeys each year. It operates a fleet of over 1,400 buses, coaches and trains, runs 12,500 services every day and employs over 4,200 people in jobs across all parts of Northern Ireland. Translink has a detailed and progressive Zero Emission fleet strategy. It is proposed that by 2040, both Bus and Rail fleets will be zero emission fleets. As part of the programme, the Metro services operating in Belfast and Londonderry will be zero emission by 2030. The initial roll out of this programme has commenced with the procurement of 100 zero emission vehicles. Included in this number are 20 Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEV). In order to operate these vehicles Translink will require a reliable supply of Hydrogen fuel. Translink therefore invites tender proposals, from suitably qualified and experienced providers, for the supply of a Hydrogen to fuel up to 25 vehicles daily, at its Newtownabbey site. The fuel will be delivered in a Multi Element Gas Container (MEGC) trailer, owned or leased by the hydrogen gas supplier. It will be connected to Translink's Hydrogen Refuelling Station (HRS) from which the buses will be fuelled. Your response must be submitted via the relevant Call for Tender (CfT) on the eTendersNI portal. Instructions on how to submit your response can be found within the Interactive Walkthrough on the eTendersNI Homepage. No other method of submission will be accepted. Options: Extension options up to a maximum of 6 years Renewal: Review after 24 months ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019063-2021 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Aug 2021 | | Submission deadline | 14 Sep 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Nov 2021 - 31 Oct 2023 | | Recurrence | 6 years | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | £6,000,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | TRANSLINK | | Locality | BELFAST | | Post town | Northern Ireland | | Postcode | BT2 7LX | | Country | Northern Ireland | | ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland | | ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland | | ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast | | Local authority | Belfast | | Electoral ward | Central | | Westminster constituency | Belfast South and Mid Down | | Delivery location | TLN0 Northern Ireland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy ### Codes - 09120000 - Gaseous fuels ## Release History - 6 Aug 2021 at 13:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019063-2021 ## Notice URLs - https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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