Section one: Contracting entity
one.1) Name and addresses
NORTHUMBRIAN WATER GROUP LIMITED
Northumbria House,Abbey Road, Pity Me
DURHAM
DH15FJ
Contact
Lily Craw
Telephone
+44 7596316769
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UKC - North East (England)
Internet address(es)
Main address
one.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via
one.6) Main activity
Water
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
Low Complexity MEICA Works
Reference number
FA07-07
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 45000000 - Construction work
two.1.3) Type of contract
Works
two.1.4) Short description
NWL are looking to appoint a number of Direct Delivery Partner(s) to help our Capital Delivery teams deliver low complexity short-cycle MEICA projects which will ensure they are being delivered in the most efficient manner, with a suitable and sustainable commercial model driving value for the business. NWL are always looking at how we can use innovation in both working methods and technology while striving to reduce our carbon footprint and we will expect any successful applicants to help us achieve this.
The anticipated value is £1-£2m per annum.
This framework aims to cover:
- Low complexity and short-cycle Mechanical Electrical Instrumentation, Control and Automation (MEICA) works associated with NWL's above or below ground assets including but not limited to sewerage and water treatment works, reservoirs, pumping stations, inlets and outlets. NWL may also wish to second individuals into their Direct Delivery Teams subject to agreement between both parties.
- Low complexity short-cycle project work would generally (but not exclusively) be considered as the renewal, refurbishment and similar like for like replacement activities with typical project values ranging up to £500k. The works could be standalone projects or working in partnership with NWL's internal direct delivery teams. There may also be a requirement for batched projects resulting in higher value contracts, however, complexity would generally remain low. While we are looking for specialist MEICA contractors the associated civil works required for the projects are included but this is not the primary scope.
The scope of services (examples but not be limited to):
- Site investigation including surveys;
- Mechanical plant and equipment associated with water and wastewater treatment assets;
- Electrical plant and equipment associated with water and wastewater treatment assets;
- ICA plant and equipment associated with water and wastewater treatment assets;
- Related civil works.
The majority of the requirements will be for NW operating area however the framework will also cover ESW and there will be some opportunities to deliver works in the ESW operating area too.
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £16,000,000
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.2) Description
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 42400000 - Lifting and handling equipment and parts
- 42900000 - Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery
- 45100000 - Site preparation work
- 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work
- 45300000 - Building installation work
- 45400000 - Building completion work
- 45500000 - Hire of construction and civil engineering machinery and equipment with operator
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKC - North East (England)
- UKH - East of England
Main site or place of performance
The majority of the requirements will be for NW operating area however the framework will also cover ESW and there will be some opportunities to deliver works in the ESW operating area too.
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
- NWL are seeking to appoint a number of Direct Delivery Partner(s) to help our Capital Delivery teams deliver low complexity short-cycle MEICA projects as detailed in the brief description.
- The procurement process will consist of a pre-qualification process to shortlist a maximum of eight applicants to receive the tender documents. The tender phase will consist of a one stage tender period. The award will be based on the most economically advantageous offer consisting of both quality and cost elements.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £16,000,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
4 year Framework Agreement, with a potential to extend by negotiation with the supplier for a further period of 4 years (8 in total). Any number of extensions are available but will not exceed the total extension period of 4 years.
The anticipated value is £1-£2m per annum.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: Yes
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
4 year Framework Agreement, with a potential to extend by negotiation with the supplier for a further period of 4 years (8 in total). Any number of extensions are available but will not exceed the total extension period of 4 years.
Section three. Legal, economic, financial and technical information
three.1) Conditions for participation
three.1.1) Suitability to pursue the professional activity, including requirements relating to enrolment on professional or trade registers
List and brief description of conditions
Prerequisites are detailed in the Pre Qualification document within Ariba once you have access.
three.1.2) Economic and financial standing
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
three.1.3) Technical and professional ability
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
three.1.6) Deposits and guarantees required
Parent Company Guarantees and Performance Bonds may be requested as part of the award.
three.1.7) Main financing conditions and payment arrangements and/or reference to the relevant provisions governing them
This will be advised if invited to tender.
three.2) Conditions related to the contract
three.2.2) Contract performance conditions
If applicable these will be advised in the tender documents.
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.1) Type of procedure
Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition
four.1.3) Information about a framework agreement or a dynamic purchasing system
The procurement involves the establishment of a framework agreement
Framework agreement with several operators
Envisaged maximum number of participants to the framework agreement: 6
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
four.2) Administrative information
four.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
Date
10 September 2021
Local time
2:00pm
four.2.3) Estimated date of dispatch of invitations to tender or to participate to selected candidates
8 October 2021
four.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted
English
Section six. Complementary information
six.1) Information about recurrence
This is a recurrent procurement: No
six.3) Additional information
Applicants are asked to note that this procurement process will be conduced electronically with all documents and communication being managed through the Northumbrian Water e-Sourcing Spend Management portal called "Ariba".
Expressions of interest must be sent to the e-mail address AMPS7@nwl.co.uk before the deadline date of 10/09/2021 at 2pm. Once expression of interest has been received containing the details below, applicants will be given access to the Ariba portal within 48 hours from request (where possible). An email link will also be provided to the email address you provide to access the portal. The deadline for return of the completed Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) is 23/09/2021 at 2pm.
When sending expression of interest, applicants must provide the following information:
1) Full company name,
2) Main contact details of the person who will be given access to the Ariba portal - Name, job title, email address and telephone number.
six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
TBC
TBC
Country
United Kingdom