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title: "Fast-Tracking the Commercialisation and Scale up of QED's Next Generation, Subhub and Tocardo Tidal Turbine Technology"
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buyer: "QED NAVAL LTD"
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# Fast-Tracking the Commercialisation and Scale up of QED's Next Generation, Subhub and Tocardo Tidal Turbine Technology

Buyer: QED NAVAL LTD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000665824

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## Summary

QED Naval Ltd is leading a tender process titled "Fast-Tracking the Commercialisation and Scale up of QED's Next Generation, Subhub and Tocardo Tidal Turbine Technology." This procurement falls under the goods category within the tidal energy industry, specifically focusing on developing and deploying tidal technologies at an industrial scale. The submission deadline has been extended to 12:00 pm B.S.T. on 17th December 2021, with the procurement process classified as selective and employing competitive procedures with negotiation. The tendering will take place in Edinburgh, UK, where QED Naval’s headquarters is located.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the renewable energy sector, particularly those specialising in tidal technologies, manufacturing, and supply chain management. Companies with expertise in design and engineering, especially in tidal turbine manufacturing and electrical infrastructure, would be well-suited to compete. The strategic partnership aimed at enhancing QED’s product offerings can unlock access to a rapidly growing global market estimated at $76 billion, providing a unique chance for businesses to contribute to sustainability goals while driving substantial growth.

## Notice

QED Naval is inviting tenders to an exciting opportunity to be a strategic partner in the high value supply chain to design, manufacture and deploy QED's next generation tidal technology at Industrial scale as a penultimate step to demonstrate the cost reduction potential and performance of their 'Subhub' tidal platform and Tocardo turbines. This partnership is key to unlocking the potential of a rapidly growing global $76Bn market and making a significant contribution to net zero carbon targets.

### Lot Information

Design, manufacture and deliver 1 off Industrial Scale Subhub unit with modular buoyancy

QED Naval is seeking a guaranteed maximum price for the delivery of an Industrial Scale Subhub based on 150t steelwork fabrication and 350t ballast unit.

Options: Whilst the tender is not 100% prescriptive, QED expects the tenderer to engage in the process of designing, developing and manufacturing as well as providing alternative propositions which may bring an additional benefit or value to this tender and welcomes suggestions accordingly.

Renewal: After project completion, QED may look to renew the contract.

Develop the design of next generation tidal turbines and associated technology

QED wishes to develop, design and manufacture the existing Tocardo T2 / T3 turbines and associated technology in the following areas, with reliability and performance forming the basis of design.

Options: Whilst the tender is not 100% prescriptive, QED expects the tenderer to engage in the process of designing, developing and manufacturing as well as providing alternative propositions which may bring an additional benefit or value to this tender and welcomes suggestions accordingly.

Renewal: After project completion, QED may look to renew the contract.

Design, manufacture and supply electrical infrastructure (cabling)

QED wishes to consider proposals, with the right supply chain partner, to deliver the following areas of work which could be integrated as part of this project and as may be tendered at later date separately. -Manufacture power cabling and controls -Design and implement platform, turbine and environmental control systems -Assembly and integration yards for volume manufacture of different products -Commissioning and full system testing

Options: Whilst the tender is not 100% prescriptive, QED expects the tenderer to engage in the process of designing, developing and manufacturing as well as providing alternative prop ositions which may bring an additional benefit or value to this tender and welcomes suggestions accordingly.

Renewal: After project completion, QED may look to renew the contract.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV433005 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,000,000 |
| Lots value | £3,000,000 |
| 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 | 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 31224400 - Connection cables
- 31311000 - Mains connections
- 31320000 - Power distribution cables
- 31321400 - Underwater cable
- 42100000 - Machinery for the production and use of mechanical power
- 42110000 - Turbines and motors
- 42112000 - Turbine installations
- 42112400 - Turbine equipment

## Release History

- 9 Nov 2021 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV433005
- 27 Oct 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT431544

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT431544&idx=1
  29th October 2021 - Invitation to Participate document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT431544&idx=2
  29th October 2021 - Technical Proposal document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT431544&idx=3
  29th October 2021 - General Due Diligence Document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT431544&idx=4
  29th October 2021 - QED Terms for Goods
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT431544&idx=5
  29th October 2021 - QED Terms for Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT431544
  Fast-Tracking the Commercialisation and Scale up of QED's Next Generation, Subhub and Tocardo Tidal Turbine Technology - QED Naval is inviting tenders to an exciting opportunity to be a strategic partner in the high value supply chain to design, manufacture and deploy QED's next generation tidal technology at Industrial scale as a penultimate step to demonstrate the cost reduction potential and performance of their 'Subhub' tidal platform and Tocardo turbines. This partnership is key to unlocking the potential of a rapidly growing global $76Bn market and making a significant contribution to net zero carbon targets.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.justice.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=665824
- http://www.qednaval.co.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000665824
- https://qednaval.co.uk/projects/#tiger
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/edinburgh-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court

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