---
title: "OpenHydro platform NDT and lifespan study"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000675885"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "EUROPEAN MARINE ENERGY CENTRE (EMEC) LTD"
published: "2021-12-03"
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# OpenHydro platform NDT and lifespan study

Buyer: EUROPEAN MARINE ENERGY CENTRE (EMEC) LTD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000675885

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## Summary

The European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC) Ltd is currently seeking tenders for the "OpenHydro platform NDT and lifespan study," a project classified under the renewable energy industry. Located in Stromness, Orkney, EMEC has set an end date for submissions on 6 January 2022, with a bid opening scheduled for the same day at 14:30. This open procurement process offers a total contract value of £100,000 and requires electronic submission of proposals. Potential contractors will inspect and conduct a lifespan study on the OpenHydro platform, specifically excluding the turbine.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in non-destructive testing (NDT), engineering services, and renewable energy projects. Companies with experience in conducting lifespan studies and inspections of marine structures would be particularly well-suited to participate. Engaging in this contract could lead to strengthened relationships within the renewable energy sector and contribute to the ongoing development of sustainable energy infrastructure in the UK.

## Notice

You are invited by the European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC) Ltd to tender for the provision of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) on the OpenHydro platform piles and a lifespan study using the data. EMEC wish to appoint a contractor to perform an inspection and lifespan study on the whole OpenHydro platform excluding the turbine.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

You are invited by the European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC) Ltd to tender for the provision of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) on the OpenHydro platform piles and a lifespan study using the data. EMEC wish to appoint a contractor to perform an inspection and lifespan study on the whole OpenHydro platform excluding the turbine. The Contractor's scope of work can be found in the ITT document.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC434699 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | £100,000 |
| 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 | EUROPEAN MARINE ENERGY CENTRE (EMEC) LTD |
| Locality | ORKNEY |
| Post town | Kirkwall |
| Postcode | KW16 3AW |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Orkney Islands |
| Electoral ward | Stromness and South Isles |
| Westminster constituency | Orkney and Shetland |
| Delivery location | TLM65 Orkney Islands |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45000000 - Construction work
- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services
- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 3 Dec 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC434699

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC434699&idx=1
  3rd December 2021 - ITT Document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC434699
  OpenHydro platform NDT and lifespan study - You are invited by the European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC) Ltd to tender for the provision of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) on the OpenHydro platform piles and a lifespan study using the data. EMEC wish to appoint a contractor to perform an inspection and lifespan study on the whole OpenHydro platform excluding the turbine.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.emec.org.uk
- http://www.fifedirect.org.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000675885
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=675885
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=675885
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

## Provenance

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