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title: "VEAT Notice Intention to award a public supply contract for the HyDEX Project for the design, supply, installation and maintenance of equipment for the provision of a Hydrogen Refuelling Station (HRS), including onsite production of hydrogen via electrolysis and the dispensing of hydrogen fuel for the University of Keele"
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# VEAT Notice Intention to award a public supply contract for the HyDEX Project for the design, supply, installation and maintenance of equipment for the provision of a Hydrogen Refuelling Station (HRS), including onsite production of hydrogen via electrolysis and the dispensing of hydrogen fuel for the University of Keele

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF KEELE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-047b5f

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## Summary

The University of Keele has issued a VEAT notice initiating a public supply contract for the HyDEX Project. The project involves the design, supply, installation, and maintenance of a Hydrogen Refuelling Station (HRS), with Fuel Cell Systems Limited being the chosen provider. The procurement method is the Negotiated Procedure without prior publication, and the contract value is £907,325. The University of Keele, located in Staffordshire, United Kingdom, is seeking to award the contract to facilitate the production of Green Hydrogen by the end of September 2024.

This tender opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses in the hydrogen and fuel cell equipment industry. Companies with expertise in designing, supplying, and maintaining hydrogen refuelling stations and related equipment would be well-suited to compete. The intuitive design of the HRS, along with its safety and operational features, makes it a lucrative project for businesses looking to expand their presence in the renewable energy sector. The clear scope of requirements and the University's commitment to timely completion provide a solid foundation for interested businesses to participate and contribute to the project's success.

## Notice

Intention to award a Public Services contract under Regulation 32 (2) (b) (iii) of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 for the HyDEX Project for the design, supply, installation and maintenance of equipment for the provision of a Hydrogen Refuelling Station (HRS), including onsite production of hydrogen via electrolysis and the dispensing of hydrogen fuel for the University of Keele. The Negotiated Procedure without Prior Publication is being followed and is justified under Regulation 32 (2) (b) (iii).

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The project's key requirements and the core deliverables are summarised below. FCSL is committed to working in partnership with the University of Keele to ensure that the scope of the project and the deliverables quantified below will form part of the contract onboarding process. To install a Containerised Electrolyser System (CES) capable of generating a minimum of 10kg of Hydrogen per day. The quality of the hydrogen produced is to be of a purity compliant with: ISO14687-2; SAE J2719. To install a high-pressure storage system, capable of storing a sufficient mass of hydrogen at a sufficiently high pressure to enable multiple hydrogen vehicles to be successfully refuelled within a 24-hour period. To implement a static hydrogen boosting system with the capability to enhance the output generated by the electrolyser system, directing it efficiently into the high-pressure storage system. This boosting system must effectively handle the maximum output capacity of the electrolyser, while ensuring a seamless boost to meet the high-pressure storage system's maximum allowable pressure. Incorporate as part of an integral aspect of the system's design, remote communications capabilities, facilitating access to operational data, and system diagnostics features. These features will ensure seamless monitoring and enables prompt responsiveness thereby enhancing the overall functionality and efficiency of the system. The envisioned HRS is expected to be safe, reliable, easy to operate, and adaptable for potential relocation to different sites in the future. The land adjacent to the Low Carbon Energy Generation Park has been identified as the intended location for the HRS installation, which is intended to cater for the refuelling of multiple hydrogen vehicles. It is agreed that the University of Keele will undertake the responsibility for the delivery and completion of all civil engineering works requirements, including but not limited to enabling the provision of electrical supply, water supply, and lighting to support the installation and commissioning of the hydrogen electrolyser container and the HRS equipment at the designated site location. The system's expected availability is a crucial consideration, and will be designed for minimal downtime, preferably none or very limited during routine maintenance and servicing. The anticipated operational commencement date for the site is to be determined by the University of Keele, with the earliest available start date from FCSL being early Q4 2024. FCSL will endeavour to support the University of Keele to achieve functional production of Green Hydrogen by end of September 2024. This is a very tight timeline, and FCSL will aim to support the installation of an interim solution to meet this requirement.

### Procurement Information

This VEAT notice is hereby made pursuant of the University's intention and the prescribed justification set out herein to award a public supply contract using the Negotiated Procedure without prior publication (Regulation 32 (2) (b) (iii)). A subsequent award notice will be published following the successful conclusion of this VEAT Notice. It is the intention of the University pursuant to its obligations under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, that a supply contract will be awarded to the stated provider on the basis that: Fuel Cell Systems Limited and University of Keele will agree the contract terms and scope of the project deliverables, hereinafter will seek to execute the legal contract following the successful completion of the 10 days Standstill period. Fuel Cell Systems (FCSL) is a UK leading supplier of hydrogen and fuel cell equipment, with over 20 years of experience within the industry. FCSL have designed and manufactured some of the UK's first Hydrogen Refuelling Systems and have refuelled planes, trains and automobiles (and also boats, buses and scooters). FCSL equipment has been utilised for most of the trials within the UK and the team have worked with key OEMs such as Toyota & BMW. FCSL has partnered with the University and worked very closely with key personnel as part of the HYDEX Project over the last 24 months to ensure the right solution is designed and is installed as part of the project. FCSL has an exclusive proprietary off the shelf specialised Hydrogen system offering, which can be deployed within the very challenging timescale and operational environment that is required for the University of Keele to utilise as predicated under the project funding agreement. FCSL will lead on all the design, supply, installation and ongoing maintenance of all the equipment required to achieve the project deliverables.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020702-2024 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated without publication of a contract notice |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £907,325 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY OF KEELE |
| Locality | KEELE, STAFFORDSHIRE |
| Post town | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Postcode | ST5 5NB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG24 Staffordshire CC |
| Local authority | Newcastle-under-Lyme |
| Electoral ward | Keele |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle-under-Lyme |
| Delivery location | TLG24 Staffordshire CC |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FUEL CELL SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 24 - Chemical products
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 24111600 - Hydrogen
- 63712600 - Vehicle refuelling services

## Release History

- 5 Jul 2024 at 17:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020702-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.fuelcellsystems.co.uk
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofkeele/aspx/Home
- https://www.justice.gov.uk
- https://www.keele.ac.uk

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