Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c1e-1b5f-703f-b8fe-5e1c29c4f20e/great-exhibition-of-the-north-invitation-to-tender-for-pontoon-system closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Great Exhibition of the North Invitation to Tender for Pontoon System [Newcastle Gateshead Initiative Limited](https://tendernation.io/buyers/newcastle-gateshead-initiative-limited) Estimated value £50,000 to £65,000 Published 21 Mar 2018 Deadline Closed 13 Apr 2018 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - 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 Tender submissions are requested for the provision of a Pontoon System for the Water Sculpture display that will be a key part of the Great Exhibition of the North Opening event on the 22 June 2018 and will remain a feature for the duration of the exhibition (22 June - 9 September 2018). Detailed requirements are defined in the Pontoon Systems ITT which is linked to from this tender notice. The appointed supplier will be required to provide: • A modular pontoon system as per the outlined specification in the ITT document, inclusive of anchorage, mobilisation/demobilisation (x2), navigation aids, workboat, all personnel and associated equipment. • Qualified and experienced staff to carry out the works. • All transport to and from the site • All related H&S documentation associated with the pontoon system and its installation mobilisation, demobilisation and de-rig. • Project management and lead contact to work with Technical Producer and production. Additional information: More information about the requirements and the information required to submit to tender is available in the link to the ITT. Evaluation: All submitted tenders will be required to pass the mandatory requirements within Schedule 1 of the tender. Only those tenders that pass mandatory requirements will progress to be evaluated on Quality - skills and experience (40%), Quality - delivery (40%) and Price (20%). Read full description ## CPV classification Modular and portable buildings Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/1f2777f7-2fde-4245-8674-a4a2ad4c061c) 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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