SSA

Prior information notice

Information

Published

Expire date: 11/01/2023

External Reference: 2022-493437

Prior information notice

Prior information notice

Works

This notice is for prior information only

Section I: Contracting authority

I.1)

Name and addresses

Magnox Ltd
2264251
Oldbury Technical Centre
Thornbury
BS35 1RQ
UK
Contact person: Christine Huckin
Telephone: +44 7712239393
E-mail: Christine.huckin@magnoxsites.com
NUTS code:  UKK25 -  Dorset
Internet address(es):
Main address: https://www.gov.uk/government/case-studies/shared-services-alliance-ssa-for-nuclear-decommissioning-estate

I.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=15617&B=SELLAFIELD
Additional information can be obtained from
another address: 
Magnox Ltd
Magnox Ltd
Building A60, Winfrith
Newburgh
DT2 8WG
UK
Contact person: Neil Allsopp
Telephone: +44 7712234048
E-mail: Neil.allsopp@magnoxsites.com
NUTS code:  UKK25 -  Dorset
Internet address(es):
Main address: https://www.gov.uk/government/case-studies/shared-services-alliance-ssa-for-nuclear-decommissioning-estate

I.4)

Type of the contracting authority

Body governed by public law
I.5)

Main activity

Other activity:  Nuclear Decommissioning

Section II: Object

II.1)

Scope of the procurement

II.1.1)

Title

Preliminary Market Engagement - Winfrith Removal of Held-up water from Terrestrial section of the Sea Discharge Pipeline
Reference number:  Preliminary Market Engagement
II.1.2)

Main CPV code

45232150  -  Works related to water-distribution pipelines
II.1.3)

Type of contract

Works
II.1.4)

Short description

Magnox Limited is currently preparing to initiate a procurement process for the removal of held up water in 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 held-up water contained within 9.3kms of the terrestrial section of Winfrith’s sea-discharge pipelines (SDP). The twin pipelines run approximately 1.50m below ground level through predominantly arable farmland.
II.1.6)

Information about lots

This contract is divided into lots: no
II.2)

Description

II.2.2)

Additional CPV code(s)

45231111  -  Pipeline lifting and relaying
45231300  -  Construction work for water and sewage pipelines
45232150  -  Works related to water-distribution pipelines
98391000  -  Decommissioning services
II.2.3)

Place of performance

NUTS code:  UKK25 -  Dorset
Main site or place of performance:  
Dorset
II.2.4)

Description of the procurement

Magnox Limited is currently preparing to initiate a procurement process for the removal of held up water to 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 held-up water contained within 9.3kms of the terrestrial section of Winfrith’s sea-discharge pipelines (SDP).
The twin pipelines run approximately 1.50m below ground level through predominantly arable farmland. The pipelines 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. It is anticipated that the removal of approximately 10500m3 of water will be required.
In addition to the pipeline, the removal of held-up water contained within a large concrete break-pressure tank is also required. 6 off ‘wash-out’ pits and 6 off ‘air-valve’ pits are located along the length of the pipelines.
The preferred disposal route for the held-up water has not currently been determined.
Two options currently being considered are
1) tanker-transportation to an off-site disposal facility and
2) pumping down the Marine section of the SDP under the existing discharge consent.
The procurement shall include the following:
• Removal all held-up water from within the terrestrial section of the SDP
• Disposal of all held-up water from within the terrestrial section of the SDP
II.3)

Estimated date of publication of contract notice:

09/08/2024

Section IV: Procedure

IV.1)

Description

IV.1.8)

Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)

The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement : yes
IV.2)

Administrative information

Section VI: Complementary information

VI.3)

Additional information

Magnox Limited is currently preparing to initiate a procurement process for the removal of held up water to 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