Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
North Ayrshire Council
Cunninghame House
Irvine
KA12 8EE
Contact
William Tomelty
williamtomelty@north-ayrshire.gov.uk
Telephone
+44 1294324354
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UKM93 - East Ayrshire and North Ayrshire mainland
Internet address(es)
Main address
http://www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk
Buyer's address
http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00337
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Regional or local authority
one.5) Main activity
General public services
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
Smart Infrastructure Pilot Programme
Reference number
NAC/5182
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 44212226 - Electricity poles
two.1.3) Type of contract
Supplies
two.1.4) Short description
In a landmark initiative set to propel North Ayrshire into the future of digital infrastructure, North Ayrshire Council (“NAC”) has embarked on a Smart Infrastructure Pilot Programme (“SIPP”). This pioneering project is driven by a grant of approximately GBP 242K from the Department for Science Innovation and Technology (“DSIT”) as part of a 'Smart Infrastructure' Pilot. The grant will support the rollout of innovative PAS 191:2023 capable innovative smart multi-purpose poles that will redefine NAC’s urban landscape. NAC will supplement the grant by 20K for operation and maintenance, taking the overall project value to GBP 262,765.
The SIPP is a pivotal component of DSITs Advanced Wireless Innovation Strategy. The strategy aims to be a catalyst for economic growth, connectivity enhancement, and the promotion of sustainable practices. This strategic investment will enable the procurement of state-of-the-art multi-purpose poles, in place of traditional single-use street furniture for a more versatile and sustainable infrastructure that supports a multiple use case ecosystem.
Central to this endeavour is the Maritime Mile, the route from the Irvine train station to Irvine Beach Park, where the aim is to transform the area into a national waterfront destination. The Maritime Mile is one component of the ‘Great Harbour’ – a transformation of the waterfront in Irvine, North Ayrshire. The Great Harbour is a key component of the GBP 251m Ayrshire Growth Deal and is one of the most ambitious and transformational regeneration tourism proposals for the region. This significant investment is intended to regenerate the waterfront, turning it into a hub of transformational tourism and an exemplar of modern Smart Connected Places.
Structured around key use cases such as CCTV/security, movement detection, waste detection, and the enhancement of visitor and business connectivity, the project is also poised to consider the integration of EV charging points and augmented reality experiences in the future. NAC’s forward-thinking approach paints a future where the power of advanced wireless connectivity smartens public services and puts Smart Connected Places at the core of urban development.
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.1.7) Total value of the procurement (excluding VAT)
Value excluding VAT: £261,784.25
two.2) Description
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 45233293 - Installation of street furniture
- 31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 34928500 - Street-lighting equipment
- 34928510 - Street-lighting columns
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM93 - East Ayrshire and North Ayrshire mainland
Main site or place of performance
Irvine - Maritime Mile, the route from the Irvine train station to Irvine Beach Park.
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
NAC invites tenders for the ‘Smart Infrastructure Pilot Programme’ as detailed in the Invitation to Tender (“ITT”). The resultant contract is anticipated to commence 19th August 2024 until 31st October 2025 (this includes an initial installation period and an additional 12 month operation and maintenance period). Thereafter, there will be an option to extend by up to 4 years. Extensions will be at the sole discretion of NAC and subject to satisfactory performance and funding.
The contract will be let on NAC’s standard conditions of contract for the purchase of goods and related services.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: 1. Approach to meeting the technical specification / Weighting: 20
Quality criterion - Name: 2. Approach to meeting the enabling works specifications for power, connectivity, and foundations / Weighting: 15
Quality criterion - Name: 3. Approach to meeting the operation, maintenance and service management requirements / Weighting: 7.5
Quality criterion - Name: 4. Approach to project management / Weighting: 5
Quality criterion - Name: Approach to resourcing / project team / Weighting: 2.5
Price - Weighting: 50
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
NAC may consider use of Regulation 33(8) for additional operational and maintenance requirements on contract expiry, as outlined in the procurement documents.
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.1) Type of procedure
Open procedure
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.2.1) Previous publication concerning this procedure
Notice number: 2024/S 000-016217
Section five. Award of contract
Contract No
NAC/5182
A contract/lot is awarded: Yes
five.2) Award of contract
five.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract
28 August 2024
five.2.2) Information about tenders
Number of tenders received: 2
Number of tenders received from SMEs: 2
Number of tenders received from tenderers from other EU Member States: 0
Number of tenders received from tenderers from non-EU Member States: 2
Number of tenders received by electronic means: 2
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No
five.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
North SV
Titanium 1, Kings Inch Place, King's Inch Place, Braehead
Braehead
PA4 8WF
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
- UK - United Kingdom
The contractor is an SME
Yes
five.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)
Total value of the contract/lot: £261,784.25
Section six. Complementary information
six.3) Additional information
Lots are not being used for this tender for the reasons stated below:
Nature of the contract is not suitable for lots.
Delivery of the contract is location specific.
Would require additional contract management resource which is not available.
Quality Management Procedures
1. The bidder must hold a UKAS (or equivalent) accredited independent third-party certificate of compliance in accordance with BS EN ISO 9001 (or equivalent) or a documented policy regarding quality management, see attachment at SPD question 4D.1.
Health and Safety Procedures
1. The bidder must hold a UKAS (or equivalent) accredited independent third-party certificate of compliance in accordance with ISO 45001 (or equivalent) or have, within the last 12 months, successfully met the assessment requirements of a construction-related scheme in registered membership of the Safety Schemes in Procurement (SSIP) forum or the bidder must have a regularly reviewed and documented policy for Health and Safety management, see attachment at SPD question 4D.1.
Environmental Management Procedures
1. The bidder must hold a UKAS (or equivalent) accredited independent third-party certificate of compliance in accordance with BS EN ISO 14001 (or equivalent) or a valid EMAS (or equivalent) certificate or the bidder must have a regularly reviewed documented policy regarding environmental management, see attachment at SPD question 4D.2.
Bidders may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.
(SC Ref:776436)
six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
Kilmarnock Sheriff Court
Sheriff Court House, St Marnock Street
Kilmarnock
KA1 1ED
Telephone
+44 1563550024
Country
United Kingdom