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title: "Bells Bridge Operation and Maintenance"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000495013"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2017-07-31"
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# Bells Bridge Operation and Maintenance

Buyer: GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000495013

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## Summary

Glasgow City Council is currently conducting a public procurement process for the "Bells Bridge Operation and Maintenance" project, which falls under the category of general public services. Located in Glasgow, this active tender is at the "Tender" stage, with submissions due by 31 August 2017. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, inviting bids for two lots: Lot 1 covers the operation of Bell’s Bridge, while Lot 2 pertains to its maintenance. Interested parties may submit their bids electronically through the designated online platform.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in maintenance and operations, particularly those with experience in public infrastructure projects. Companies that are equipped to provide 24-hour operational and maintenance services, including the necessary communication and logistics support, would be well-positioned to compete. The project requires contractors to collaborate closely with each other and with Glasgow City Council, emphasizing the importance of strong communication and organisational skills. The potential for a contract duration of up to 2.5 years with renewal options further enhances growth potential for successful bidders.

## Notice

The Council is inviting tender bids to appoint a contractor for the following:- Lot 1 - Operation of Bell's Bridge, Glasgow Lot 2 - Maintenance of Bell's Bridge, Glasgow. Glasgow City Council has responsibility to ensure the safe operation and maintenance of Bell's Bridge in Glasgow. Under the terms of the Bell's Bridge Order Confirmation Act 1995, the Council is required to open Bell's Bridge at such times and for such periods as the Senior Marine Operations Manager states, to enable the passage of vessels through the navigation channel. The appointed contractor(s) will be required to co-operate with each other in the event that separate contractors are appointed and also to co-operate with Glasgow City Council and Clydeport Authority.

### Lot Information

Operation of Bell's Bridge, Glasgow

The appointed contractor is to provide a 24 hour operating service, including the cost of communication equipment and other overheads, with a requirement to open and close Bell's Bridge within two hours of first notification between the hours of 8am and 8pm or four hours prior notice at all other times.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 8 and 9 of the Procurement (Scotland) Regulations 2016.

Renewal: Plus 12 months

Maintenance of Bell's Bridge, Glasgow

The appointed contractor is to provide a 24 hour maintenance service, including the cost of communication equipment, licences, and other overheads, with a restriction that Bell's Bridge should be able to open, within two hours of first notification between the hours of 8am and 8pm or four hours prior notice at all other times (including during maintenance/servicing).. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 8 and 9 of the Procurement (Scotland) Regulations 2016.

Renewal: Plus 12 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL291069 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract 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 | 31 Jul 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Aug 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | 2.5 years from award date |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G2 1DU |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North East |
| Delivery location | TLM34 North Lanarkshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 63712310 - Bridge operating services
- 71300000 - Engineering services

## Release History

- 31 Jul 2017 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL291069

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL291069
  Bells Bridge Operation and Maintenance - The Council is inviting tender bids to appoint a contractor for the following:- Lot 1 - Operation of Bell's Bridge, Glasgow Lot 2 - Maintenance of Bell's Bridge, Glasgow. Glasgow City Council has responsibility to ensure the safe operation and maintenance of Bell's Bridge in Glasgow. Under the terms of the Bell's Bridge Order Confirmation Act 1995, the Council is required to open Bell's Bridge at such times and for such periods as the Senior Marine Operations Manager states, to enable the passage of vessels through the navigation channel. The appointed contractor(s) will be required to co-operate with each other in the event that separate contractors are appointed and also to co-operate with Glasgow City Council and Clydeport Authority.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.glasgow.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2361
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000495013
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/web/login.html

## Provenance

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