Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
Magnox Ltd
Oldbury Technical Centre
Thornbury
BS35 1RQ
Contact
Christine Huckin
Christine.huckin@magnoxsites.com
Telephone
+44 7712239393
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UKK25 - Dorset
National registration number
2264251
Internet address(es)
Main address
one.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at
https://sharedsystems.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=15618&B=SELLAFIELD
Additional information can be obtained from another address:
Magnox Ltd
Building A60, Winfrith
Newburgh
DT2 8WG
Contact
Neil Allsopp
Telephone
+44 7712234048
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UKK25 - Dorset
National registration number
Magnox Ltd
Internet address(es)
Main address
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
one.5) Main activity
Other activity
Nuclear Decommissioning
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
Preliminary Market Engagement - Winfrith Terrestrial Pipeline Decommissioning
Reference number
Preliminary Market Engagement
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 45231111 - Pipeline lifting and relaying
two.1.3) Type of contract
Works
two.1.4) Short description
Magnox Limited is currently preparing to initiate a procurement process for the removal of the terrestrial element of the Winfrith sea pipeline. Magnox wish to carry out pre-market engagement with interested suppliers to investigate the current market capabilities and gain knowledge about existing and future products and techniques which may assist informing Magnox in the development of the tender documentation.
The procurement is for the removal of the 9.3km terrestrial section of Winfrith’s sea-discharge pipelines (SDP) and their associated components (wash-out pits, air-valve pits, and break-pressure tanks) the segmentation of the pipeline into 5.0m sections, and the transport of the pipeline sections to the Winfrith site for temporary storage.
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.2) Description
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 42997200 - Machines for cleaning the internal surface of pipelines
- 45231111 - Pipeline lifting and relaying
- 45231300 - Construction work for water and sewage pipelines
- 45232150 - Works related to water-distribution pipelines
- 98391000 - Decommissioning services
- 71355200 - Ordnance surveying
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKK25 - Dorset
Main site or place of performance
Dorset
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Magnox Limited is currently preparing to initiate a procurement process for the removal of the terrestrial element of the Winfrith sea pipeline. Magnox wish to carry out pre-market engagement with interested suppliers to investigate the current market capabilities and gain knowledge about existing and future products and techniques which may assist informing Magnox in the development of the tender documentation. This will ensure that the requirements are effectively met and delivered in a strategy that meets market capabilities and requirements. It also provides procurement awareness for suppliers regarding this requirements. Any information gathered through this market consultation exercise may inform internal business planning and any possible subsequent procurement process and will NOT be appraised in any future tender evaluation exercise. Should you wish to participate in this exercise please register your interest by contacting Neil Allsopp using the contact details listed in this notice.
The procurement is for the removal of the 9.5km terrestrial section of Winfrith’s sea-discharge pipelines (SDP). The twin pipelines run approximately 1.0m below ground level through predominantly arable farmland. They are constructed from Schedule 40 API 5L carbon-steel and comprise two 6”- 8” diameter ‘active’ pipelines contained within two 12”- 18” diameter ‘low-active’ pipelines leading to a concrete shore valve-house structure at Arish Mell. The outer surface of the SDP has a bitumen-asbestos glass-fibre reinforced coating. In addition to the pipeline, the removal of a large concrete break-pressure tank, six concrete wash-out pits and six brick air-valve pits is also required.
The procurement shall include the following:
• Removal of the entire terrestrial section of the SDP including wash-out pits, air valve pits, the break-pressure tank, cathodic protection, and the shore valve-house.
• Controlled segmentation of the SDP into 5.0m sections and ‘end-capping’ (or wrapping) of the cut ends prior to transportation.
• Stockpiling of the SDP sections at the Mx Winfrith Site.
• Radiological monitoring and disposal of all demolition rubble at suitably licensed facilities.
• Reinstatement of the pipeline corridor.
two.2.14) Additional information
The date relating to the publication of the contract notice is tentative and may be subject to change
two.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice
9 August 2024
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
Section six. Complementary information
six.3) Additional information
Magnox Limited is currently preparing to initiate a procurement process for the removal of the terrestrial element of the Winfrith sea pipeline. Magnox wish to carry out pre-market engagement with interested suppliers to investigate the current market capabilities and gain knowledge about existing and future products and techniques which may assist informing Magnox in the development of the tender documentation. This will ensure that the requirements are effectively met and delivered in a strategy that meets market capabilities and requirements. It also provides procurement awareness for suppliers regarding this requirements. Any information gathered through this market consultation exercise may inform internal business planning and any possible subsequent procurement process and will NOT be appraised in any future tender evaluation exercise. Should you wish to participate in this exercise please register your interest by contacting Neil Allsopp using the contact details listed in this notice.
The date relating to the publication of the contract notice is tentative and may be subject to change