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title: "Design and Construction of River Ness Hydro power generation scheme in the river Ness"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000558894"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL"
published: "2018-09-27"
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# Design and Construction of River Ness Hydro power generation scheme in the river Ness

Buyer: THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000558894

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## Summary

The Highland Council is currently engaged in the tendering process for the "Design and Construction of River Ness Hydro power generation scheme". This project is classified under the works category and involves the design and construction of a 100kW hydro-electric generation scheme at Torvean Weir, Whin Park, Inverness. The procurement method applied is a restricted procedure, and the submission deadline is set for 22nd October 2018. Interested parties should direct their inquiries to The Highland Council, which can be contacted via email at allan.henderson@highland.gov.uk or by phone at +44 1463644837.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the construction and renewable energy sectors, particularly firms with expertise in hydro power projects. Companies that specialise in environmental consultancy, project management, and civil engineering will be well-positioned to respond to this contract. Additionally, participation in this project may provide enhanced visibility and leverage for future contracts, especially as community benefits are a key aspect of the procurement conditions.

## Notice

This procurement is for appointment of a suitably qualified and experienced Principal Contractor to undertake the design and construction of the River Ness Hydro power generation scheme. The scheme will comprise the design and construction of a new hydro-electric generation scheme based on a 100kW single Archimedes screw turbine generator at Torvean Weir in Whin Park on the river Ness upstream of the town of Inverness. The Contractor will also take on the role of Principal Designer for the project and will have to demonstrate their competence for this role.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This procurement is to select a suitably qualified and experienced Principal Contractor and Principal Designer to carry out the design and construction of the River Ness Hydro scheme. The scope will include everything required for the design and construction of the River Ness Hydro Scheme. The successful Tenderer will be the Principal Contractor and Principal Designer. The works will likely comprise -technical scheme design -ecological studies -obtaining all necessary licences, consents and permissions -installation, commissioning and project management -electrical connections -Archimedean screw and associated plant. -control and electrical systems -debris screen and inlet sluice gate - private wire link to existing buildings. -all associated civil works -bespoke screen and railings -information boards and electronic screens -all required routine and cyclical maintenance for the first year of operation

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP332497 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Sep 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Oct 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £850,000 |
| 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 | THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL |
| Locality | INVERNESS |
| Post town | Inverness |
| Postcode | IV3 5BX |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Highland |
| Electoral ward | Inverness West |
| Westminster constituency | Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire |
| Delivery location | TLM62 Inverness and Nairn, Moray, and Badenoch and Strathspey |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45251120 - Hydro-electric plant construction work
- 71310000 - Consultative engineering and construction services

## Release History

- 27 Sep 2018 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP332497

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP332497&idx=8
  27th September 2018 - 07 CR18002 River Ness Hydro Scheme RTP Technical Questionnaire
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP332497&idx=3
  27th September 2018 - 03 River Ness Hydro Scheme ESPD Subcontractors Form
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP332497&idx=7
  27th September 2018 - 03 River Ness Hydro Scheme ESPD Experience From
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP332497&idx=2
  27th September 2018 - 02 River Ness Hydro scheme ITP Information and Instructions
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP332497&idx=4
  27th September 2018 - 04 CR18002-THC-ZZ-XX-DR-A-2401_Floor Plans
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP332497&idx=5
  27th September 2018 - 05 CR18002-THC-ZZ-XX-DR-A-2410_Roof Plan & 3D Views
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP332497&idx=6
  27th September 2018 - 06 CR18002-THC-ZZ-XX-DR-A-8401_Visual Information
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP332497&idx=1
  27th September 2018 - 01 River Ness Hydro Scheme ESPD Questionnaire
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP332497
  Design and Construction of River Ness Hydro power generation scheme in the river Ness - This procurement is for appointment of a suitably qualified and experienced Principal Contractor to undertake the design and construction of the River Ness Hydro power generation scheme. The scheme will comprise the design and construction of a new hydro-electric generation scheme based on a 100kW single Archimedes screw turbine generator at Torvean Weir in Whin Park on the river Ness upstream of the town of Inverness. The Contractor will also take on the role of Principal Designer for the project and will have to demonstrate their competence for this role.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.highland.gov.uk/
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2361
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000558894
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=558894
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

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