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title: "CMAL0191 Oban Ferry Terminal Linkspan Number 1 Replacement"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000527680"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CALEDONIAN MARITIME ASSETS LTD (UTILITY)"
published: "2018-07-03"
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# CMAL0191 Oban Ferry Terminal Linkspan Number 1 Replacement

Buyer: CALEDONIAN MARITIME ASSETS LTD (UTILITY)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000527680

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## Summary

Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (Utility) is conducting a public procurement process for the "CMAL0191 Oban Ferry Terminal Linkspan Number 1 Replacement" project, situated in Oban, Argyllshire, UK. This initiative falls within the transport industry sector and is currently at the award stage. The contract, valued at up to £1,400,000, was signed on 2nd July 2018. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the opportunities for bidding closed on 11th May 2018. The project aims to replace the life-expired linkspan at the Oban Ferry Terminal, following Building Infrastructure Modelling (BIM) principles and involving the fabrication and installation of a new steel structure.

This tender presents significant opportunities for construction and engineering companies, particularly those specialising in marine infrastructure and BIM-related projects. Businesses with capabilities in steel fabrication, mechanical and electrical fitting, and experience in managing complex port or harbour initiatives would be especially well-suited to compete. The project not only enhances infrastructure but also offers a platform for businesses to develop their skills in advanced modelling techniques, directly contributing to community benefits related to local employment and training initiatives.

## Notice

This project is to deliver the Client designed replacement of the life expired Number 1 linkspan at Oban Ferry Terminal. The proposed works, will require a principal Contractor to manage the production of the steel structure and fit out with the specified Mechanical and Electrical items. Design work has been carried out utilising a 3D model and has followed Building Infrastructure Modelling (BIM) principles. Resulting in a 3D model and Common Data Environment ready for project delivery through BIM. This project provides a unique opportunity to develop skills in 3D modelling and gain experience delivering a project through BIM. It is not mandatory that Tenderers shall have previous experience utilising BIM, as up-skilling / development is included within this project.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

CMAL0191 For Proposed Infrastructure Works at Oban Ferry Terminal This notice is being issued by Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL). This project is to deliver the Client designed replacement of the life expired Number 1 linkspan at Oban Ferry Terminal. The proposed works, will require a principal Contractor to manage the production of the steel structure and fit out with the specified Mechanical and Electrical items. Design work has been carried out utilising a 3D model and has followed Building Infrastructure Modelling (BIM) principles. Resulting in a 3D model and Common Data Environment ready for project delivery through BIM. This project provides a unique opportunity to develop skills in 3D modelling and gain experience delivering a project through BIM. It is not mandatory that Tenderers shall have previous experience utilising BIM, as up-skilling / development is included within this project. The proposed works, will include the following elements: Linkspan replacement - Fabrication of new linkspan structure and transport to a location near Oban - Provision of hydraulic cylinders and fit out - Installation of client provided pump set - Installation of hydraulic and electrical pipe/cable runs - Test of system prior to installation - Decommissioning and removal of existing linkspan - Installation and commissioning of new linkspan - Operational range and load testing of new linkspan It is anticipated that construction procurement will commence in early Spring 2018. The Works will include - Fabrication of new linkspan structure and transport to a location near Oban - Provision of hydraulic cylinders and fit out - Installation of client provided pumpset - Installation of hydraulic and electrical pipe/cable runs - Test of Hydraulic and Electrical systems prior to installation - Decommissioning and removal of existing linkspan - Installation and commissioning of new linkspan - Operational range and load testing of new linkspan A supplier information event is planned for THE 21ST March AT Oban Ferry Terminal following the ESPD AND tender issue. The Contracting Authorities will discuss the scope of the proposed works, There will be an opportunity for prospective suppliers to ask questions or make suggestions in relation to the procurement processes both during the presentation and afterwards in direct discussion with representatives from the Contracting Authorities. Further information on the timetable and format of the event will be provided directly to those suppliers registering interest through PCS To book places at the event please call Chris Kane on 01475 440057 or email chris.kane@cmassets.co.uk The Supplier event will include: - Project back ground - Works required by this project /site liaison - Contract format - Building Information Modelling - work carried out to date - Common Data Environment - RFI process, software and training - Q&A sessionhe Supplier event will include: - Project back ground - Works required by this project /site liaison - Contract format - Building Information Modelling - work carried out to date - Common Data Environment - RFI process, software and training - Q&A session

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL324092 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Jul 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 11 May 2018 |
| Future notice date | 1 Mar 2018 |
| Award date | 2 Jul 2018 |
| Contract period | 30 May 2018 - 30 Nov 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,400,000 |
| 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 | CALEDONIAN MARITIME ASSETS LTD (UTILITY) |
| Locality | PORT GLASGOW |
| Post town | Paisley |
| Postcode | PA14 5EQ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire |
| Local authority | Inverclyde |
| Electoral ward | Inverclyde East Central |
| Westminster constituency | Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West |
| Delivery location | TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

### Codes

- 42416130 - Mechanical lifts
- 43328100 - Hydraulic equipment

## Release History

- 3 Jul 2018 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL324092
- 25 Apr 2018 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR317750
- 14 Mar 2018 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR313676
- 26 Jan 2018 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN308036

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=27
  9th May 2018 - Updated Drawing
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=26
  27th April 2018 - Please see the attached Document Register
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=25
  25th April 2018 - Updated File 25.04.18
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=24
  19th April 2018 - Please see the important request for further information
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=23
  17th April 2018 - Please see the attached old link span drawings
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=12
  17th April 2018 - Appendix F Additional Mechanical
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=22
  17th April 2018 - Appendix F Additional Mechanical
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=21
  17th April 2018 - Drawings 10 and 111 have been updated.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=20
  10th April 2018 - Please find attached important revised drawings
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=19
  4th April 2018 - Document B
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=18
  4th April 2018 - Document A
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=17
  4th April 2018 - Drawing as requested
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=16
  26th March 2018 - Important Document Please read
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=15
  20th March 2018 - We have uploaded this document as a PDF as some companies cannot open the original
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=13
  16th March 2018 - How Scoring is done
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=14
  16th March 2018 - ESPD Document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=10
  16th March 2018 - Appendix D BIM
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=11
  16th March 2018 - Appendix E Basis of Design
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=9
  16th March 2018 - Appendix c Site Surveys
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=8
  16th March 2018 - Appendix B Site Photographs
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=5
  16th March 2018 - 02b Community Benefits Guidance only
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=6
  16th March 2018 - 02c Fair working practices Info Only
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=7
  16th March 2018 - Appendix A drawings
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=2
  16th March 2018 - ESPD Document Copy if required
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=3
  16th March 2018 - Data Processing Agreement
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=4
  16th March 2018 - 02a Supported Business Guidance Info Only
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR313676&idx=1
  16th March 2018 - ITT Tender Document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN308036&idx=5
  16th March 2018 - This is to show that the Contract Notice has been published. It will show in the OJEU today.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN308036&idx=4
  14th March 2018 - Important Information Regarding Contract Notice
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN308036&idx=3
  14th March 2018 - Please find attached the Agenda for the Supplier Information Day.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN308036&idx=1
  8th February 2018 - Short Description
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN308036&idx=2
  8th February 2018 - Short Description
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN308036
  CMAL0191 Oban Ferry Terminal Linkspan Number 1 Replacement - This project is to deliver the Client designed replacement of the life expired Number 1 linkspan at Oban Ferry Terminal. The proposed works, will require a principal Contractor to manage the production of the steel structure and fit out with the specified Mechanical and Electrical items. Design work has been carried out utilising a 3D model and has followed Building Infrastructure Modelling (BIM) principles. Resulting in a 3D model and Common Data Environment ready for project delivery through BIM. This project provides a unique opportunity to develop skills in 3D modelling and gain experience delivering a project through BIM. It is not mandatory that Tenderers shall have previous experience utilising BIM, as up-skilling / development is included within this project.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR313676
  CMAL0191 Oban Ferry Terminal Linkspan Number 1 Replacement - This project is to deliver the Client designed replacement of the life expired Number 1 linkspan at Oban Ferry Terminal. The proposed works, will require a principal Contractor to manage the production of the steel structure and fit out with the specified Mechanical and Electrical items. Design work has been carried out utilising a 3D model and has followed Building Infrastructure Modelling (BIM) principles. Resulting in a 3D model and Common Data Environment ready for project delivery through BIM. This project provides a unique opportunity to develop skills in 3D modelling and gain experience delivering a project through BIM. It is not mandatory that Tenderers shall have previous experience utilising BIM, as up-skilling / development is included within this project.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL324092
  CMAL0191 Oban Ferry Terminal Linkspan Number 1 Replacement - This project is to deliver the Client designed replacement of the life expired Number 1 linkspan at Oban Ferry Terminal. The proposed works, will require a principal Contractor to manage the production of the steel structure and fit out with the specified Mechanical and Electrical items. Design work has been carried out utilising a 3D model and has followed Building Infrastructure Modelling (BIM) principles. Resulting in a 3D model and Common Data Environment ready for project delivery through BIM. This project provides a unique opportunity to develop skills in 3D modelling and gain experience delivering a project through BIM. It is not mandatory that Tenderers shall have previous experience utilising BIM, as up-skilling / development is included within this project.

## Notice URLs

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- http://www.cmassets.co.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000527680

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