---
title: "New switchgear and generator project, Barrack Street, Perth"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000282238"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY"
published: "2017-09-07"
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# New switchgear and generator project, Barrack Street, Perth

Buyer: SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000282238

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## Summary

The Scottish Police Authority has successfully completed a tendering process for a project titled "New switchgear and generator project, Barrack Street, Perth" within the public order and safety industry category. This procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically under a restricted procedure. The contract was awarded to William Coates Mechanical & Electrical Engineers, valued at £242,565. This project involved significant works including the replacement of electrical switchgear and generator systems, with key milestones indicating critical timeframes for project completion.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in electrical engineering, mechanical services, and construction, particularly those experienced in public sector projects. Companies that possess the capability to manage tight deadlines and complex installations, as required for the Barrack Street project, will find themselves well-positioned to compete. The completion of such projects not only enhances capabilities but also strengthens relationships within the public sector, paving the way for future contracts.

## Notice

New switchgear and generator project, Barrack Street, Perth

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Contract comprises the replacement of the existing electrical switchgear, the existing generator, the existing distribution boards to four floors and the upgrading of the building's earthing. The existing diesel generator is rated at 155kva and will be replaced with one of a similar size, this element of the works will be carried out prior to the end of March 2014. Contractors should be aware that the timescale for the project is critical and the works to migrate from the original switchgear to the new must take place over the weekend commencing Friday May 2nd and be complete by Monday May 5th 2014. The new switchgear will occupy the footprint of the original. The four distribution boards are currently linked to the main switchgear via a riser busbar (the busbar is not to be replaced). It is intended that the boards will be replaced over the same weekend as the main switchgear works.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP294697 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Sep 2017 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Feb 2014 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £242,565 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G51 1DZ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Govan |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow South West |
| Delivery location | TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WILLIAM COATES MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50710000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations

## Release History

- 7 Sep 2017 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP294697

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP294697
  New switchgear and generator project, Barrack Street, Perth - New switchgear and generator project, Barrack Street, Perth

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.spa.police.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000282238

## Provenance

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