Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c06-4ddb-70d6-956c-d229a5f016fd/td1051-provision-of-planned-and-reactive-maintenance-of-the-longbridge-hydro-ele awarded GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # TD1051-Provision of Planned and Reactive Maintenance of the Longbridge Hydro-electric Plant [Derby City Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/derby-city-council) Incumbent usually keeps it Estimated value £75,000 Published 18 Nov 2016 Deadline Closed 23 Aug 2016 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Derby City Council is seeking tenders for the planned and reactive maintenance requirements at the Longbridge hydro-electric plant. The Longbridge hydro is a small hydro-electric generation plant located on the bank of the River Derwent in the centre of Derby City. Work will involve the regular planned maintenance of the hydro equipment and reactive maintenance in the event of a mechanical breakdown. In the event of a mechanical breakdown a 4 hour response time is expected. This is to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the hydro power plant, to maximise income generation. The service provider must be able to demonstrate a holistic understanding of the technical, mechanical and electrical aspects of maintain a hydro power plant and will aim to maximise power generation as Derby City Council will receive the benefit of the electricity generated, the feed in tariff and any electricity which is sold back to the grid. Please note, suppliers wishing to express interest and obtain the documentation, must do so by 15.00 on 22 August 2016. It is recommended that you express interest and obtain the documentation well before this time to allow sufficient time to prepare and submit a comprehensive response. The deadline for returns is 14.00 on 23 August 2016. Select the ‘apply online’ link in the bottom right hand corner of this notice, this will transfer you to the Councils e-tendering system [eastmidstenders.org](https://www.eastmidstenders.org) where you can express interest and obtain the documents, (please note we will only accept expressions of interest through the e-tendering system. Initial term is 3 years with the option to extend for a further 2 years in annual increments, Maximum contract period is 5 years. Additional information: Please note, suppliers wishing to express interest and obtain the documentation, must do so by 15.00 on 22 August 2016. It is recommended that you express interest and obtain the documentation well before this time to allow sufficient time to prepare and submit a comprehensive response. The deadline for returns is 14.00 on 23 August 2016. Select the ‘apply online’ link in the bottom right hand corner of this notice, this will transfer you to the Councils e-tendering system [eastmidstenders.org](https://www.eastmidstenders.org) where you can express interest and obtain the documents, (please note we will only accept expressions of interest through the e-tendering system. Read full description ## CPV classification Construction works for power plants and heating plants Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/ef23d25a-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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