Pipeline Framework: Gas Infrastructure Project Phase 2 works

A pipeline has been launched for Gas Infrastructure Project Phase 2 works.The contract start Date is 16 July 2021. Approach to market date is 17 May 2021.The Spine Service Duct at Lancaster University was originally constructed in the mid 1960’s and contains multiple services to facilitate interconnecting buildings. The Main Duct is approximately 1 kilometre long, and is sub divided into two equal halves, North & South. The Duct is also a designated confined space. The Main Duct interlocks with approximately 20 No. sub ducts, each sub duct forms a service entry into the associated buildings. The Duct system equates to approximately 2100 metres in total. The University commissioned a DSEAR risk assessment, and subsequently the Natural Gas Infrastructure is undergoing a replacement/upgrade programme.This Phase 2 project involves the replacement of RAG rated aging gas infrastructure with stainless steel gas pipework and fittings, located within the sub ducts. The majority of the works is located in a designated confined space, and as such the contractor will have to be fully aware of the restrictions and constraints that this will put upon the project.The University is adopting a phased approach ensuring the Spine Duct and sub ducts continue to be compliant with legislation. Further work packages will be developed for future phases.The location of the site is Bailrigg Campus, Lancaster, LA1 4YW.All procurement documents will be available free of charge via the University’s e-tendering portal: In-TendDOCUMENTS ONCE RELEASED; MUST BE ACCESSED AND SUBMISSIONS MADE VIA THIS PORTAL.Interested companies are encouraged to register on the In-Tend system in advance so they are alerted to the release of the documents without delay.In-Tend Support:Phone: 0845 557 8079E-mail: support@in-tend.comWeb : The University is not inviting any formal expressions of interest at this stage. Please await the release of the procurement documentation on 17th May 2021This is a potential opportunity from the government, and the pipeline gives advance notice of an opportunity that might be offered by the public sector in the future – allowing potential suppliers to plan accordingly. When a public sector organisation publishes a pipeline notice, it does not necessarily mean that an opportunity will be offered in the future.For more information contact: Lancaster University, University House, Lancaster LA14YW. Email: m.haynes@lancaster.ac.uk (Margaret Haynes)