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title: "Tidal Turbines"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000620515"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "QED NAVAL LTD"
published: "2020-11-12"
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# Tidal Turbines

Buyer: QED NAVAL LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000620515

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## Summary

QED Naval Ltd, based in Edinburgh, is conducting a tender for the supply and delivery of three tidal turbines to be used at their Subhub tidal platform. The turbines, which are designed for installation at a tidal test site within UK mainland waters, should have power ratings between 50 kW and 150 kW and come in two specified diameter sizes. This procurement process, classified under goods, follows a selective method known as competitive procedure with negotiation and is currently in the active phase with a submission deadline of 1 June 2020 as part of the Tiger project, scheduled for completion by 31 March 2023.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in tidal energy solutions, particularly those specialising in manufacturing and delivering renewable power generation equipment. Suppliers with expertise in turbine technology, marine energy systems, and project integration services are encouraged to participate. The procurement is ideal for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their footprint in the renewable energy sector, as it requires innovative proposals that can deliver additional value beyond standard offerings.

## Notice

QED Naval is seeking the Supply and delivery of 3 off Tidal Turbines to their Subhub tidal platform utilising their Cross Beam support structure. These will be delivered to a a tidal test site within UK mainland waters Channel region, unless specified otherwise. Prerequisites for suppliers: - Provide purchase options: a) The outright purchase; b) Contract Hire; c) Lease to buy; a monthly lease cost for all three turbines which includes a service contract to assist QED Naval during the integration phase and through its project life of circa 36 months operation within the Tiger project which is due to be completed by 31 March 2023 . Each turbine should have a power rating of 50 kW to 150 kW and a an option of two different diameters of 3.5 to 5.5 m; i) 2 off larger diameter 5.0m to 5.5m and; ii) 1 off smaller diameter 3.5m to 4.0m. The turbines need to be suitable for flow speeds 1.5 to 3.5 m/s.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

QED Naval is seeking the Supply and delivery of 3 off Tidal Turbines to a tidal test site within UK mainland waters. Prerequisites for suppliers: - Provide pricing options: a) outright purchase b) contract hire c) lease to buy for all three turbines, including a service contract to assist QED Naval during the integration phase and through its circa 36 month operation within the Tiger project which is due to be completed by 31 March 2023. - Turbine integration and turbine testing to include supplier input and assistance. Specification: No Item Description Specification 1 Power output 50 to 150 kW 2 Turbine rotor diameter 3.5 to 5.5 m; 2 off larger diameter and 1 off smaller 3 Rotor directionality Bi directional with pitch controlled of reversible blades 4 Rated flow speed 1.5 to 2.0 m/s 5 Max flow speed 4.0 to 5.0 m/s 6 Survival flow speed 6.0 to 8.0 m/s 7 Braking system Hydraulic disk braking and/or electrical braking system 8 Generator type Permanent Magnet Generator (PMG) preferred 9 Drive system Direct drive preferred but not essential 10 Nacelle max dimensions Diameter - Max 1.0 m Length - Max 4.0 m Weight - Max 6.5 T Depth rating - 40.0 m 11 Electrical connection Dry mate preferred or wet mate will be considered if cost comparable 12 Electrical interconnects Suitable lengths of underwater cable with armouring and connectors as above typically 10 - 20m tail on each turbine 13 SCADA system Suitable sensor specification to monitor and control the turbines remotely using ethernet or fibre channel 14 Interface transition piece Suitable transition structure to support the turbine within the platform 15 Paint system Suitable for long term submersion in seawater

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV399706 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Nov 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jun 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Aug 2020 |
| Contract period | 23 Jul 2020 - 31 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | QED NAVAL LTD |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH2 3AH |
| 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 | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh North and Leith |
| Delivery location | TLJ34 Isle of Wight |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TOCARDO INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42100000 - Machinery for the production and use of mechanical power
- 42110000 - Turbines and motors
- 42113000 - Parts of turbines
- 42961000 - Command and control system

## Release History

- 12 Nov 2020 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV399706
- 30 Apr 2020 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY386067

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY386067&idx=1
  4th May 2020 - Model form of Contract MF1 template rev 6
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY386067&idx=2
  4th May 2020 - General Due Diligence Questionnaire
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY386067&idx=3
  4th May 2020 - Technical Proposal
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY386067&idx=4
  4th May 2020 - Invitation to Participate
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY386067&idx=5
  4th May 2020 - Offer Worksheet
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY386067
  Tidal Turbines - QED Naval is seeking the Supply and delivery of 3 off Tidal Turbines to their Subhub tidal platform utilising their Cross Beam support structure. These will be delivered to a a tidal test site within UK mainland waters Channel region, unless specified otherwise. Prerequisites for suppliers: - Provide purchase options: a) The outright purchase; b) Contract Hire; c) Lease to buy; a monthly lease cost for all three turbines which includes a service contract to assist QED Naval during the integration phase and through its project life of circa 36 months operation within the Tiger project which is due to be completed by 31 March 2023 . Each turbine should have a power rating of 50 kW to 150 kW and a an option of two different diameters of 3.5 to 5.5 m; i) 2 off larger diameter 5.0m to 5.5m and; ii) 1 off smaller diameter 3.5m to 4.0m. The turbines need to be suitable for flow speeds 1.5 to 3.5 m/s.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV399706
  Tidal Turbines - QED Naval is seeking the Supply and delivery of 3 off Tidal Turbines to their Subhub tidal platform utilising their Cross Beam support structure. These will be delivered to a a tidal test site within UK mainland waters Channel region, unless specified otherwise. Prerequisites for suppliers: - Provide purchase options: a) The outright purchase; b) Contract Hire; c) Lease to buy; a monthly lease cost for all three turbines which includes a service contract to assist QED Naval during the integration phase and through its project life of circa 36 months operation within the Tiger project which is due to be completed by 31 March 2023 . Each turbine should have a power rating of 50 kW to 150 kW and a an option of two different diameters of 3.5 to 5.5 m; i) 2 off larger diameter 5.0m to 5.5m and; ii) 1 off smaller diameter 3.5m to 4.0m. The turbines need to be suitable for flow speeds 1.5 to 3.5 m/s.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/procurement/supplying
- http://www.justice.gov.uk
- http://www.qednaval.co.uk
- http://www.qednaval.co.uk/QEDNavalBlog/?p=2022
- http://www.tocardo.com
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000620515

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