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title: "Replacement battery inverter system, Isle of Rum"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000672577"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE"
published: "2021-12-22"
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# Replacement battery inverter system, Isle of Rum

Buyer: SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000672577

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## Summary

The contracting process involves Scottish Natural Heritage as the buying organisation, seeking services for the "Replacement battery inverter system, Isle of Rum". This project is categorised under environmental protection and will take place on the Isle of Rum, Inner Hebrides. The procurement is currently in the award stage, having completed on 21 December 2021, with a total contract value of £95,432.92. The procurement method chosen was open, allowing broad participation for suppliers. Relevant contact details for inquiries include the Procurement Team at Scottish Natural Heritage, reachable via telephone or email.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in renewable energy solutions, battery systems, and environmental services. Suppliers with expertise in decommissioning and recycling systems, as well as those capable of design and installation of energy solutions, are well-suited to compete. The project also highlights the need for training and documentation, providing potential for businesses that offer educational services for operational staff. Overall, this contract offers a pathway for growth in environmentally sustainable practices within the procurement community.

## Notice

NatureScot wish to appoint a suitable qualified supplier to: - Decommission the existing battery system comprising 72 Rolls lead acid batteries on the Island of Rum, and arrange transport to, and processing by, a suitable recycling facility. - Decommission the existing 9 SMA SI5048 inverters on the Island of Rum, and arrange for re-sale, or transport to, and processing by, a suitable recycling facility. - Design, supply, deliver install, test and commission a new lithium-ion battery-inverter system, using as far as possible existing wiring, with output to closely match the existing system, which is integrated with the remaining power system plant. - Supply as-built documentation and training for four (4) island-based operators. Full details are contained within the attached Statement of Requirements.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

NatureScot wish to appoint a suitable qualified supplier to: - Decommission the existing battery system comprising 72 Rolls lead acid batteries on the Island of Rum, and arrange transport to, and processing by, a suitable recycling facility. - Decommission the existing 9 SMA SI5048 inverters on the Island of Rum, and arrange for re-sale, or transport to, and processing by, a suitable recycling facility. - Design, supply, deliver install, test and commission a new lithium-ion battery-inverter system, using as far as possible existing wiring, with output to closely match the existing system, which is integrated with the remaining power system plant. - Supply as-built documentation and training for four (4) island-based operators. Full details are contained within the attached Statement of Requirements.. All tenders must be submitted via the Public Contracts Scotland portal, using the secure electronic post-box facility. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to upload your documents.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC436561 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Dec 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Dec 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £95,432 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE |
| Locality | INVERNESS |
| Post town | Inverness |
| Postcode | IV3 8NW |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WIND & SUN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 31155000 - Inverters

## Release History

- 22 Dec 2021 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC436561
- 4 Nov 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV432122

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432122&idx=19
  19th November 2021 - PP1204 - Delphi LCS installation manual
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432122&idx=18
  19th November 2021 - PP1204 - Genset quote
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432122&idx=17
  19th November 2021 - PP1204 - Generation + consumption 2014
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432122&idx=16
  19th November 2021 - PP1204 - Power + energy consumption 2021
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432122&idx=15
  19th November 2021 - PP1204 - Speed test
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432122&idx=14
  19th November 2021 - PP1204 - Backer nameplate
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432122&idx=13
  19th November 2021 - PP1204 - Multi cluster box manual
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432122&idx=12
  19th November 2021 - PP1204 - Rum multi cluster box schematic
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432122&idx=11
  19th November 2021 - PP1204 - Multi cluster box schematic
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432122&idx=10
  19th November 2021 - PP1204 - Multi cluster box 3
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432122&idx=9
  19th November 2021 - PP1204 - Multi cluster box internal layout
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432122&idx=8
  19th November 2021 - PP1204 - Multi cluster box photo1
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432122&idx=7
  19th November 2021 - PP1204 - Multi cluster box photo
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432122&idx=6
  19th November 2021 - PP1204 - Multi cluster cabinet
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432122&idx=5
  19th November 2021 - ELC manual
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432122&idx=4
  11th November 2021 - Example DRA pro forma.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432122&idx=3
  9th November 2021 - Full single line drawing in PDF format, as referred to on p45 of the Statement of Requirements.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432122&idx=1
  4th November 2021 - SNH Conditions of Contract - Goods
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432122&idx=2
  4th November 2021 - Statement of Requirements
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV432122
  Replacement battery inverter system, Isle of Rum - NatureScot wish to appoint a suitable qualified supplier to: - Decommission the existing battery system comprising 72 Rolls lead acid batteries on the Island of Rum, and arrange transport to, and processing by, a suitable recycling facility. - Decommission the existing 9 SMA SI5048 inverters on the Island of Rum, and arrange for re-sale, or transport to, and processing by, a suitable recycling facility. - Design, supply, deliver install, test and commission a new lithium-ion battery-inverter system, using as far as possible existing wiring, with output to closely match the existing system, which is integrated with the remaining power system plant. - Supply as-built documentation and training for four (4) island-based operators. Full details are contained within the attached Statement of Requirements.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC436561
  Replacement battery inverter system, Isle of Rum - NatureScot wish to appoint a suitable qualified supplier to: - Decommission the existing battery system comprising 72 Rolls lead acid batteries on the Island of Rum, and arrange transport to, and processing by, a suitable recycling facility. - Decommission the existing 9 SMA SI5048 inverters on the Island of Rum, and arrange for re-sale, or transport to, and processing by, a suitable recycling facility. - Design, supply, deliver install, test and commission a new lithium-ion battery-inverter system, using as far as possible existing wiring, with output to closely match the existing system, which is integrated with the remaining power system plant. - Supply as-built documentation and training for four (4) island-based operators. Full details are contained within the attached Statement of Requirements.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.nature.scot
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000672577

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