---
title: "Provision of marine operations for the removal of a subsea tripod foundation"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000490430"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "EUROPEAN MARINE ENERGY CENTRE (EMEC) LTD"
published: "2018-05-08"
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# Provision of marine operations for the removal of a subsea tripod foundation

Buyer: EUROPEAN MARINE ENERGY CENTRE (EMEC) LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000490430

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## Summary

The European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC) Ltd is seeking a marine contractor for the "Provision of marine operations for the removal of a subsea tripod foundation" at its grid-connected Tidal Test Site in Orkney, UK. This procurement is currently in the Award stage, with a contract value of £500,000. The tender was due to close on 15 May 2017, following an open procedure for submissions. The successful contractor is required to not only carry out the removal operation but also produce a case study report highlighting lessons learned for future projects.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in marine operations, particularly those specialising in subsea construction and removal services. Companies with the capability to undertake complex marine engineering tasks, possess relevant certifications, and demonstrate robust health and safety procedures will be well-suited to compete. The project's alignment with EU funding initiatives also makes it appealing for firms looking to engage in collaborative projects within the marine energy sector.

## Notice

Marine contractor required to remove a subsea tripod foundation from the seabed on EMEC's grid connected Tidal Test Site.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

To ready the site for forthcoming FORESEA developers, EMEC is seeking a marine contractor to remove a subsea tripod foundation currently installed on its tidal test site. The contractor will also be required to produce a case study report including a summary of the work undertaken and recommendations to ensure cost and risk reductions in future.. It is anticipated that a proportion of the costs will relate to Interreg NWE project FORESEA which is being managed by EMEC.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY318742 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award 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, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 15 May 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Aug 2017 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## 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 | TLM6 Highlands and Islands |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 45 - Construction work
- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 34500000 - Ships and boats
- 34930000 - Marine equipment
- 42410000 - Lifting and handling equipment
- 45351000 - Mechanical engineering installation works
- 45500000 - Hire of construction and civil engineering machinery and equipment with operator
- 60651000 - Hire of vessels with crew
- 60651100 - Hire of sea-going vessels with crew
- 71354500 - Marine survey services
- 98360000 - Marine services

## Release History

- 8 May 2018 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY318742
- 4 Apr 2017 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR279209

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279209&idx=8
  3rd May 2017 - Additional information in response to query raised 01/05/17 at 16:29 - Main Lifting Eye.pdf drawing
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279209&idx=7
  24th April 2017 - Additional information (2) for response to question raised 20/04/2017 at 14:26
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279209&idx=6
  24th April 2017 - Additional information (1) in response to question raised 20/04/2017 at 14:26
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279209&idx=3
  24th April 2017 - ESPD (Scotland)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279209&idx=5
  24th April 2017 - ESPD (Scotland)- UPDATE 24/4/17 Change 1: MS word Change 2: Question C4.7 replaced with C4.6
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279209&idx=4
  21st April 2017 - Additional information relating to response to question raised on soils data.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279209&idx=1
  6th April 2017 - Data Pack - Tripod Removal
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR279209&idx=2
  6th April 2017 - ITT - Tripod Removal
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR279209
  Provision of marine operations for the removal of a subsea tripod foundation - Marine contractor required to remove a subsea tripod foundation from the seabed on EMEC's grid connected Tidal Test Site.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY318742
  Provision of marine operations for the removal of a subsea tripod foundation - Marine contractor required to remove a subsea tripod foundation from the seabed on EMEC's grid connected Tidal Test Site.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.emec.org.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000490430

## Provenance

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