Scope
Reference
NGIEC2025
Description
This package of works forms part of the Next Generation Infrastructure (NGI) Programme, a funded development programme looking to develop the facilities across Norwich Research Park to transform the existing capabilities of John Innes Centre (JIC) and The Sainsbury Laboratory (TSL), both internally recognised centres of excellence in plant and microbial science. NGI will address the deterioration of infrastructure at JIC and TSL to create a world-class facility that will engage with its surroundings, is outward looking and promotes collaboration and innovation to supercharge JIC and TSL's ability to translate scientific knowledge into practical solutions.
As part of the NGI Programme, JIC to looking to procure, on behalf of the Norwich Bioscience Institutes (NBI), the services of a specialist supplier for the proposed design, supply, installation and ongoing service provision associated with a Combined Heat and Power system (CHP Engines) within the new NBI Energy Centre located at JIC.
NBI already operates and has experience with CHP engines on its existing site but is inviting engagement from potential bidders to inform options on the delivery within a live constructive site and ongoing maintenance options.
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 June 2026 to 1 January 2030
- Possible extension to 1 January 2038
- 11 years, 7 months, 1 day
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 45000000 - Construction work
- 50531100 - Repair and maintenance services of boilers
Contract locations
- UKH - East of England
Engagement
Engagement deadline
31 October 2025
Engagement process description
Interested suppliers are requested to contact kris.sheahan@aecom.com, gavin.bond@aecom.com and will.waterman@turntown.co.uk for more information.
JIC will then be in touch to invite appropriate interested suppliers to discussions with the project team with a view to informing options for the delivery of the project. JIC would like to evaluate options and interest in bidding for the design, supply, installation, commissioning and ongoing maintenance of CHP engines.
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Contracting authority
JOHN INNES CENTRE
- Companies House: 00511709
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLPM-1264-MBHL
Norwich Research Park
Norwich
NR4 7UH
United Kingdom
Email: emily.purchase@jic.ac.uk
Region: UKH17 - Breckland and South Norfolk
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Other organisations
These organisations are carrying out the procurement, or part of it, on behalf of the contracting authorities.
AECOM LIMITED
Summary of their role in this procurement: Cost Manager
- Companies House: 01846493
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PCLX-5446-YHDX
Aldgate Tower
London
E1 8FA
United Kingdom
Email: kris.sheahan@aecom.com
Website: http://www.aecom.com
Region: UKI42 - Tower Hamlets
TURNER & TOWNSEND PROJECT MANAGEMENT LIMITED
Summary of their role in this procurement: Project Manager
- Companies House: 02165592
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PMZP-2287-VRPN
Low Hall, Calverley Lane, Horsforth
Leeds
LS18 4GH
United Kingdom
Email: will.waterman@turntown.co.uk
Website: https://www.turnerandtownsend.com/
Region: UKE42 - Leeds