--- title: "T1 Cranes Optimisation" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-040908" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-040908" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-040908.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-040908.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE MERSEY DOCKS AND HARBOUR COMPANY LIMITED" published: "2023-10-09" --- # T1 Cranes Optimisation Buyer: THE MERSEY DOCKS AND HARBOUR COMPANY LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-040908 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-040908) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-040908.json) ## Summary The Mersey Docks and Harbour Company Limited, based in Liverpool, is looking to procure twelve Automated Rail Mounted Gantry cranes (ARMGs) for the Royal Seaforth Container Terminal to enhance its operational capacity. The tender, titled "T1 Cranes Optimisation", falls under the goods category and has a total value of £66,000,000. The procurement method is a selective negotiated procedure with prior call for competition. Interested parties have until 1st December 2023 to submit their bids electronically or in writing. This tender presents a significant business opportunity for companies specialising in container cranes and automation systems. With a contract period of 1440 days and potential for future procurement of additional ARMGs, businesses offering design, manufacturing, delivery, installation, testing, training, and maintenance services are well-suited to compete. The procurement process is at the active stage, offering a chance for businesses to engage with The Mersey Docks and Harbour Company Limited to contribute to the development of the Royal Seaforth Container Terminal in Liverpool. ## Notice Royal Seaforth Container Terminal (RSCT) is a brownfield terminal located in Liverpool. It is an import-export terminal with a low transhipment percentage. There are additional empty depot / domestic flows at the landside, as well as interterminal traffic to and from Liverpool Terminal 2. Currently, RSCT is operating with straddle carriers, empty handlers and reach stackers, with manual Tug and Trailers used as horizontal transport towards inspection and Liverpool2. In addition, an on-dock rail facility is present for rail container handling serving the hinterland. The future rail volume is expected to increase and the rail terminal will be expanded. RSCT is reaching its capacity from a yard point of view and in order to address this Peel Ports intends to densify the yard to allow for further growth while simultaneously freeing up space for other activities. To achieve this aim, Peel Ports intends to procure twelve Automated Rail Mounted Gantry cranes (ARMGs). ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Goods and Services will generally comprise of, but not limited too:- Design, manufacture, supply, delivery, off-loading, erection, installation on existing rails, testing, setting to work, successful completion of post commissioning performance test, endurance test and making good defects during the warranty period, the complete Automated ARMG System. Twelve aRMG cranes shall be delivered to the RSCT Quayside fully assembled. Design and installation, including all testing and commissioning, of the defined ARMG Automation system. Safe access provision for maintenance and operational work areas and aRMG transfer between blocks. Supply and commission a process simulator (Test Rig). Supply of remote operator station consoles. Training of the designated Customers Trainers, operational and engineering. Optional On-site Engineering support for the whole system for a period of 6 months. 3 Years Warranty on all Mechanical, Electrical, Drives, Control Systems, and Automation, including all Parts and Labour. 15 Years Warranty on Steelwork Corrosion Protection System, including all Materials and Labour. 15 Years Warranty on Structural Steelwork, including all Parts and Labour. Options: The agreement shall also allow for the procurement of further aRMG cranes at a later date should further expansion be required. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029707-2023 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Oct 2023 | | Submission deadline | 1 Dec 2023 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £66,000,000 | | Lots value | £66,000,000 | | 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 | THE MERSEY DOCKS AND HARBOUR COMPANY LIMITED | | Locality | LIVERPOOL | | Post town | Liverpool | | Postcode | L21 1LA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside | | ITL 3 | TLD73 Sefton | | Local authority | Sefton | | Electoral ward | Church | | Westminster constituency | Bootle | | Delivery location | TLD7 Merseyside | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 42414140 - Container cranes ## Release History - 9 Oct 2023 at 13:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029707-2023 ## Notice URLs - https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=73488&B=PEELPORTS - https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/91299 - https://www.peelports.com ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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