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title: "Hydrogen Infrastructure Requirements for Large Scale Distribution and Refuelling in North East Scotland"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000726541"
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buyer: "ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2023-03-23"
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# Hydrogen Infrastructure Requirements for Large Scale Distribution and Refuelling in North East Scotland

Buyer: ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000726541

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## Summary

The Aberdeen City Council has issued a tender titled "Hydrogen Infrastructure Requirements for Large Scale Distribution and Refuelling in North East Scotland." The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with a submission deadline of 20th April 2023. This opportunity falls under the services category and aims to develop hydrogen infrastructure in North East Scotland, with a contract value of £100,000 GBP. The tender invites electronic submissions and can create business opportunities for firms with experience in infrastructure development and renewable energy technologies.

This tender by Aberdeen City Council presents avenues for business growth in the hydrogen infrastructure sector. Companies specialising in infrastructure design, tri-modal refuelling, and renewable energy solutions are well-suited to compete. The procurement process includes a rigorous evaluation based on economic and technical criteria, ensuring that successful bidders meet insurance requirements and demonstrate relevant past experience in similar projects. The contract terms specify a fixed deadline for project stages and outline electronic payment and ordering policies, providing clear guidelines for prospective bidders to engage with the tender process effectively.

## Notice

Hydrogen Infrastructure Requirements for Large Scale Distribution and Refuelling in North East Scotland including design / considerations for standardised hydrogen refuelling footprint; trimodal refuelling requirements for trains, HGVs and maritime; and preliminary design of remote H2 refuelling station in Peterhead

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This Invitation to Tender relates to the hydrogen infrastructure requirements for large scale distribution and refuelling in North East Scotland. It is for a feasibility study that will cover: - Standardised Hydrogen Refuelling Footprint - conceptual design of an ideal hydrogen refuelling footprint, identifying equipment and high level costs that can be replicated across the North East of Scotland, providing a seamless and similar service for any user of a hydrogen refuelling station. - Tri-modal Refuelling Infrastructure - identification of refuelling facilities required to support tri-modal refuelling within the Aberdeen Energy Transition Zone to refuel HGVs, rail and maritime. - Case studies for Preliminary Design of a refuelling facility using a location within the vicinity of Port of Peterhead and commentary on the practical application of the Standardised Hydrogen Refuelling Footprint in the Aberdeenshire preferred locations of Inverurie, Stonehaven, Banchory and Macduff.

Renewal: If any follow up/ additional ad hoc technical design support on hydrogen refuelling / distribution is required for preparation of Committee reports, presentations, detailed design, etc then bidders have been asked to supply hourly/ day rate prices for Director/ Principle / Senior/ Technical/ Consultant, etc.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR474409 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Mar 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Apr 2023 |
| 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 | ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB10 1AB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | George St/Harbour |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen South |
| Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 24 - Chemical products
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services
- 65 - Public utilities
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 24111600 - Hydrogen
- 63712600 - Vehicle refuelling services
- 65400000 - Other sources of energy supplies and distribution
- 71311000 - Civil engineering consultancy services
- 71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services
- 71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services
- 71312000 - Structural engineering consultancy services
- 71313000 - Environmental engineering consultancy services

## Release History

- 23 Mar 2023 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR474409

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR474409&idx=2
  28th March 2023 - Appendix 1 Statement of Requirements H2 Infrastructure Requirements V1
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR474409&idx=9
  28th March 2023 - Appendix 1 Statement of Requirements H2 Infrastructure Requirements V2
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR474409&idx=1
  23rd March 2023 - Invitation to Tender H2 Infrastructure Requirements V1
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR474409&idx=3
  23rd March 2023 - Appendix 2 Pricing Schedule H2 Infrastructure Requirements V1
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR474409&idx=4
  23rd March 2023 - Appendix 3 Declaration H2 Infrastructure Requirements V1
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR474409&idx=5
  23rd March 2023 - Appendix 4 Conditions of Contract
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR474409&idx=6
  23rd March 2023 - Appendix 5 Award Questionnaire H2 Infrastructure Requirements V1
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR474409&idx=7
  23rd March 2023 - Appendix 6 SIS Guidance and Questionnaire
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR474409&idx=8
  23rd March 2023 - SPD (Scotland)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR474409
  Hydrogen Infrastructure Requirements for Large Scale Distribution and Refuelling in North East Scotland - Hydrogen Infrastructure Requirements for Large Scale Distribution and Refuelling in North East Scotland including design / considerations for standardised hydrogen refuelling footprint; trimodal refuelling requirements for trains, HGVs and maritime; and preliminary design of remote H2 refuelling station in Peterhead

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