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title: "Water Testing & Associated Works"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000538569"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "VIEWPOINT HOUSING ASSOCIATION"
published: "2018-08-08"
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# Water Testing & Associated Works

Buyer: VIEWPOINT HOUSING ASSOCIATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000538569

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by Viewpoint Housing Association and concerns the contract titled "Water Testing & Associated Works." The works span the housing and community amenities sector, specifically in Fife and Edinburgh. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase, with the contract awarded on 30th July 2018, following an open procedure. This contract is for an initial duration of 36 months with an option to extend for a further 24 months, and it includes significant detail on compliance services related to Legionella testing and remedial works. The initial contract value is £150,000, with component lots for testing and remedial works.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental services, particularly those focused on water hygiene, compliance, and related remedial works. Both large and small medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, especially those with experience in legionella compliance, water system engineering, and safety standards related to water hygiene. The rigorous selection criteria, including insurance cover and demonstrable experience, highlight the need for businesses that can effectively manage and deliver quality service in compliance with regulatory standards.

## Notice

Provision of Water Testing and associated Legionella Compliance Services (Lot 1) and Water Testing Remedial Works (Lot 2) at Viewpoint properties in Fife and Edinburgh for an initial period of 36 months and the option to extend by a further 24 month in 12 month intervals.

### Lot Information

Water Testing & Associated Legionella Compliance Services

The works consist of the provision of all plant, labour and materials to execute works, including but not limited to the provision of: - Legionella testing and monitoring in compliance with HSE's Legionnaires' disease - The control of Legionella bacteria in water systems - Approved Code of Practice and Guidance (ACoP L8), HSG274 and all other relevant guidance and British Standards; - Carrying out water hygiene services as specified by Viewpoint and in accordance with the HSE's Legionnaires' disease - The control of Legionella bacteria in water systems - Approved Code of Practice and Guidance (ACoP L8) and all other relevant guidance and British Standards; - Annual inspection of communal cold water storage tanks; - Sampling of communal calorifier; - Sentinel outlet temperature monitoring; - Calorfier inspections.

Renewal: Initial 36 month period with option to extend for a further 24 months in 12 month intervals.

Water Testing Remedial Works

The works consist of the provision of all plant, labour and materials to execute works occurring from the undertaking of Legionella testing and monitoring by Viewpoint's water testing contractor, including but not limited to the provision of: - Water tank replacement; - Water tank repair or relining; - Water tank cleaning; - Annual check of shower heads within domestic properties when undertaking legionella checks; - Annual servicing/maintenance of Thermostatic Mixing Valves (TMVs) in line with manufacturer recommendations and HSG274 Part 2. - TMV replacement and removal; - Cleaning & Disinfection works; - Purge Calorifiers; - Expansion vessel repair/replacement; - Repair/replacement of filters and softeners.

Renewal: Initial 36 month period with option to extend by an additional 24 months in 12 month intervals

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG327417 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Aug 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 10 May 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jul 2018 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | 48 months from contract start date |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £129,083 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | VIEWPOINT HOUSING ASSOCIATION |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH9 2HG |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Southside/Newington |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | CHEMTECH CONSULTANCY; HSL COMPLIANCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 44611500 - Water tanks
- 45330000 - Plumbing and sanitary works
- 45332200 - Water plumbing work
- 71315300 - Building surveying services
- 71321300 - Plumbing consultancy services
- 71355000 - Surveying services
- 90913100 - Tank-cleaning services

## Release History

- 8 Aug 2018 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG327417
- 6 Apr 2018 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR315877

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR315877&idx=13
  10th April 2018 - Form of Tender - Lot 2
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR315877&idx=12
  10th April 2018 - Form of Tender - Lot 1
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR315877&idx=11
  6th April 2018 - ESPD document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR315877&idx=7
  6th April 2018 - Lot 2 - Schedule 1 - Pricing Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR315877&idx=8
  6th April 2018 - Lot 1 - Schedule 3 - KPIs
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR315877&idx=9
  6th April 2018 - Lot 2 - Schedule 3 - KPIs
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR315877&idx=10
  6th April 2018 - Terms and Conditions
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR315877&idx=5
  6th April 2018 - Invitation to Tender - Lot 2
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR315877&idx=6
  6th April 2018 - Lot 1 - Schedule 1 - Pricing Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR315877&idx=2
  6th April 2018 - Tenderers submission - Lot 2
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR315877&idx=3
  6th April 2018 - Property list
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR315877&idx=4
  6th April 2018 - Invitation to Tender - Lot 1
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR315877&idx=1
  6th April 2018 - Tenderers submission - Lot 1
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR315877
  Water Testing & Associated Works - Provision of Water Testing and associated Legionella Compliance Services (Lot 1) and Water Testing Remedial Works (Lot 2) at Viewpoint properties in Fife and Edinburgh for an initial period of 36 months and the option to extend by a further 24 month in 12 month intervals.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG327417
  Water Testing & Associated Works - Provision of Water Testing and associated Legionella Compliance Services (Lot 1) and Water Testing Remedial Works (Lot 2) at Viewpoint properties in Fife and Edinburgh for an initial period of 36 months and the option to extend by a further 24 month in 12 month intervals.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.viewpoint.org.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000538569

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