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title: "OpenHydro platform decommissioning"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-042e1c"
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buyer: "EUROPEAN MARINE ENERGY CENTRE (EMEC) LTD"
published: "2024-02-28"
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# OpenHydro platform decommissioning

Buyer: EUROPEAN MARINE ENERGY CENTRE (EMEC) LTD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-042e1c

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## Summary

The European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC) Ltd has initiated a tender process for the decommissioning of the OpenHydro platform located at Fall of Warnes, Orkney. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically marine services. The deadline for tender submission has been extended to 8th March 2024, and the conditions for opening tenders are set for 11th March 2024, providing a concise timeline for interested parties to participate in the process.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in marine services, particularly those experienced in decommissioning projects. The contract period is scheduled to start on 1st May 2024 and end on 30th September 2024, allowing for a comprehensive scope of work involving the removal of structures, cable disconnection, and sea bed clearance. Companies demonstrating expertise in health, safety, environmental practices, and project completion within the given timeframe are well-suited to compete and potentially grow their business through this tender process.

## Notice

Decommission fully the OpenHydro test platform at our tidal test site of Fall of Warnes, Orkney. Removal of platform, disconnection and testing of 11 kV subsea cable.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

To decommission fully the OpenHydro test platform at our tidal test site of Fall of Warnes on berth 4, Orkney Islands Contractor's scope of work shall include, but is not to be limited, to: - Preparation of suitable method and risk assessment to conduct the tasks, including necessary visit to the platform. - Removal of all the top structure including gantry, winches, container - Removal of the two drilled grouted piles - flush to the seabed - Disconnection of the 11 kV marine cable attached to the West pile and terminating the cable with a suitable test end provided by EMEC. - Test the marine cable (test suite provided by EMEC). - Make the removed top sections of the piles available to EMEC on Hatston quay or agreed alternative for forensic decommissioning purposes. - Clearance of sea bed site to the level required by Marine Scotland, final video survey of the site, and report detailing the "as left" status. - Dispose of all the top structure including the container and piles. - Provide insurance documents. - Provide H&S documents. - Provide method statement and cost breakdown for the works. Full details given in ITT

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006386-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Feb 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2024 - 30 Sep 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £650,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| 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 | EUROPEAN MARINE ENERGY CENTRE (EMEC) LTD |
| Locality | ORKNEY |
| Post town | Kirkwall |
| Postcode | KW16 3AW |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Orkney Islands |
| Electoral ward | Stromness and South Isles |
| Westminster constituency | Orkney and Shetland |
| Delivery location | TLM65 Orkney Islands |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98360000 - Marine services

## Release History

- 28 Feb 2024 at 13:27 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006386-2024
- 18 Jan 2024 at 10:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001701-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.emec.org.uk
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- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/kirkwall-sheriff-court

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