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title: "SEPA Bathing Water Signage Installation and Maintenance Framework"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000683493"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION AGENCY"
published: "2022-07-01"
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# SEPA Bathing Water Signage Installation and Maintenance Framework

Buyer: SCOTTISH ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000683493

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## Summary

The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) has completed the procurement process for the "SEPA Bathing Water Signage Installation and Maintenance Framework," which falls under the environmental protection category. This open tender was based in Stirling, UK, and was designed to install Variable Message Signs (VMS) at various bathing waters throughout Scotland. The procurement method followed an open procedure, and the tender was awarded on 13 April 2022, with a total contract value of £120,000. The project entails decommissioning old signage, installing new signs, and performing ongoing maintenance, impacting 33 locations across 31 bathing waters.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in environmental signage, infrastructure installation, and maintenance services. Companies that specialise in engineering, project management, and environmental services are well-positioned to compete for future contracts in similar framework agreements. Furthermore, firms that demonstrate experience with public works and compliance with environmental standards can leverage their qualifications to secure a foothold in this sector. With the emphasis on community benefits and sustainability, bidders should also consider how they can contribute positively to local environments during their project execution.

## Notice

SEPA install bathing water Variable Message Signs (VMS) to display the water quality at a number of locations throughout Scotland. SEPA undertake modelling which allows them to make a prediction of water quality for particular bathing waters for that day. A message is displayed on the message sign informing the public of the bathing conditions for that day. The signs are currently installed at their bathing water locations. SEPA currently has signs installed at 33 locations covering 31 bathing waters. A new sign type is being developed and some of these existing locations are to have the old signage removed and new sign plus associated infrastructure installed. The decommissioned signs are likely to redeployed at new locations. The successful contractor will be responsible for: - Decommissioning of existing signs and redundant signage infrastructure at locations where new signage is to be installed; - Installation of new signage including associated signage infrastructure - Re-installation of 'existing signage' at new locations including associated signage infrastructure - Ad hoc maintenance at sites

### Lot Information

Lot 1

SEPA install bathing water Variable Message Signs (VMS) to display the water quality at a number of locations throughout Scotland. SEPA undertake modelling which allows them to make a prediction of water quality for particular bathing waters for that day. A message is displayed on the message sign informing the public of the bathing conditions for that day. The signs are currently installed at their bathing water locations. SEPA currently has signs installed at 33 locations covering 31 bathing waters. A new sign type is being developed and some of these existing locations are to have the old signage removed and new sign plus associated infrastructure installed. The decommissioned signs are likely to redeployed at new locations. The successful contractor will be responsible for: - Decommissioning of existing signs and redundant signage infrastructure at locations where new signage is to be installed; - Installation of new signage including associated signage infrastructure - Re-installation of 'existing signage' at new locations including associated signage infrastructure - Ad hoc maintenance at sites

Renewal: An initial period of 24months with the option to extend by a further 24 months in 12 month intervals

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL452960 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Apr 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | 24 months before end of awarded framework |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| Lots value | £120,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £120,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION AGENCY |
| Locality | STIRLING |
| Post town | Falkirk and Stirling |
| Postcode | FK9 4TZ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling |
| Local authority | Stirling |
| Electoral ward | Stirling North |
| Westminster constituency | Stirling and Strathallan |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BOYD BROTHERS (FAULDHOUSE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45100000 - Site preparation work
- 45111200 - Site preparation and clearance work
- 45113000 - Siteworks
- 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work
- 45220000 - Engineering works and construction works
- 45223000 - Structures construction work
- 45310000 - Electrical installation work

## Release History

- 1 Jul 2022 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL452960
- 16 Feb 2022 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB440887

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB440887&idx=1
  16th February 2022 - Invitation to Tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB440887&idx=2
  16th February 2022 - Specification
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB440887&idx=3
  16th February 2022 - Schedule of Rates
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB440887&idx=4
  16th February 2022 - SPD
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB440887&idx=5
  16th February 2022 - Drawings
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB440887
  SEPA Bathing Water Signage Installation and Maintenance Framework - SEPA install bathing water Variable Message Signs (VMS) to display the water quality at a number of locations throughout Scotland. SEPA undertake modelling which allows them to make a prediction of water quality for particular bathing waters for that day. A message is displayed on the message sign informing the public of the bathing conditions for that day. The signs are currently installed at their bathing water locations. SEPA currently has signs installed at 33 locations covering 31 bathing waters. A new sign type is being developed and some of these existing locations are to have the old signage removed and new sign plus associated infrastructure installed. The decommissioned signs are likely to redeployed at new locations. The successful contractor will be responsible for: - Decommissioning of existing signs and redundant signage infrastructure at locations where new signage is to be installed; - Installation of new signage including associated signage infrastructure - Re-installation of 'existing signage' at new locations including associated signage infrastructure - Ad hoc maintenance at sites
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL452960
  SEPA Bathing Water Signage Installation and Maintenance Framework - SEPA install bathing water Variable Message Signs (VMS) to display the water quality at a number of locations throughout Scotland. SEPA undertake modelling which allows them to make a prediction of water quality for particular bathing waters for that day. A message is displayed on the message sign informing the public of the bathing conditions for that day. The signs are currently installed at their bathing water locations. SEPA currently has signs installed at 33 locations covering 31 bathing waters. A new sign type is being developed and some of these existing locations are to have the old signage removed and new sign plus associated infrastructure installed. The decommissioned signs are likely to redeployed at new locations. The successful contractor will be responsible for: - Decommissioning of existing signs and redundant signage infrastructure at locations where new signage is to be installed; - Installation of new signage including associated signage infrastructure - Re-installation of 'existing signage' at new locations including associated signage infrastructure - Ad hoc maintenance at sites

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.sepa.org.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000683493
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

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