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# Data Centre Generator Maintenance

[Portsmouth City Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/portsmouth-city-council)

Estimated value

Not stated

Published

21 Feb 2019

Deadline

Closed

7 Mar 2019

## Who can bid

- Buyer says suitable for SMEs

    The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid.
- Open procedure

    Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage.

[More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](/opportunities/for-small-businesses)## About this tender

You are invited to submit a quote for the provision of standard generator maintenance.

The generator is a SDMO, the size is 500kva, configuration is single standby.

The duration of the contract will be 2 years, with the option to extend for a further 2 years in increments to be agreed.

The quotes must include;

2 year standard maintenance cost. The frequency of visits is 2 per year (for 1 major and 1 minor annual visits).

Emergency call out rates / Engineer call out costs

### SLA details for emergency call outs

Major Service visit includes spin on oil filters and oil sample

Oil change (if required) can be quoted separately based on current prices at time of oil change.

All works to be completed within in normal working hours (9am - 5pm Mon-Fri)

Your submission must include a method statement of how you can meet the following requirements.

On each service visit the following work will be carried out in conjunction with manufacturer's recommended checks to each set;

â&#128;¢ Check and adjust as necessary cooling water level

â&#128;¢ Check anti-freeze solution is adequate and adjust as necessary

â&#128;¢ Inspect cooling water hoses and tighten hose clips where necessary.

â&#128;¢ Inspect immersion heater for satisfactory operation.

â&#128;¢ Ensure that the battery charging is operating correctly, that the battery electrolyte is at the correct level, top up as required, check specific gravity and measure cold crank amperage (CCA).

â&#128;¢ Check battery terminals are clean, tight and are protected against corrosion with suitable anti-corrosion compound.

â&#128;¢ Inspect and clean as necessary the air cleaner.

â&#128;¢ Inspect and ensure the engine \\"cold start\\" heater plug is operating satisfactorily.

â&#128;¢ Test the level and condition of the engine sump oil and replenish as necessary.

â&#128;¢ Inspect and ensure the free operation of the engine governor linkage and that the stop start solenoid functions correctly.

â&#128;¢ Inspect the set generally to ensure the satisfactory tightness of all nuts and bolts.

â&#128;¢ Inspect the exhaust system and tighten as necessary bolts, clips, etc.

â&#128;¢ Inspect the electrical control and alternator connections for cleanliness, tighten and ensure all indicator lamps and relays are operating correctly, examine fuses for correct rating and satisfactory condition.

â&#128;¢ Start and run the set off load. Check the satisfactory operation of voltage, frequency, oil pressure, engine cooling system, battery charging, carry out necessary adjustments. Check for any oil, fuel or water leaks.

â&#128;¢ On external sets clean and lubricate locks and hinges.

â&#128;¢ On external sets examine the condition of the weatherproof housing, report only any repair or repainting considered necessary.

â&#128;¢ Record details of the service on \\"Generator Record Sheet\\". Obtain signature of site personnel confirming work has been completed.

â&#128;¢ On one visit an oil sample will be obtained and analysed to determine the cond...

Additional information: Portsmouth City Council is currently in the process of seeking expressions of interest for the following project - Data Centre Generator Maintenance.

The full details and ability to express an interest will be via our e-sourcing system Intend. This filepath will take you to the relevant area of Intend,

[in-tendhost.co.uk](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/portsmouthcc/aspx/Tenders/Current)

Once on the page you can either scroll down or use the search function to find the relevant project.

Should you have any problems with the above link, please contact us on 023 9268 8235 or email: 

Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

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## CPV classification

Repair and maintenance services of generators

Source

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