Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c50-1403-7070-984f-8082e8d83659/chiller-replacement-at-solihull-hospital closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Chiller replacement at Solihull Hospital [University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust](https://tendernation.io/buyers/university-hospitals-birmingham-nhs-foundation-trust) Estimated value Not stated Published 24 Dec 2020 Deadline Closed 29 Jan 2021 ## 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](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender THE WORK: The works are briefly described below under their relevant Bill Section: - - Isolation, draining down, making safe, disconnection of and the removal of the existing Trane ECGAF 214 420 kW roof mounted Chiller from site and its safe disposal. - Removal and modifications to existing chilled water pipework in preparation for the installation of the new 450 kW Trane Chiller. - The complete supply, delivery, off-loading, hoisting, installation, testing and commissioning of the new air-cooled packaged Chiller. - Supply, delivery, installation, testing and commissioning of new Chilled water pipework to interlink the new Chiller with the existing chilled water headers on the roof including all trace heating and insulation. - Refilling of the systems with water/glycol (20% by volume). - Disconnection of existing, and installation/modification of new Automatic Controls and replacing with a Schneider system. - All associated electrical, BEMS and controls works. - All associated thermal insulation works. - All associated lifting and hoisting. - Training and demonstrations. - Provision of As Installed drawings plus full Operating and Maintenance manuals. - Carrying out the role of lead and principal contractor and all associated H&S works. It is essential that when formulating the detailed construction programme the Contractor takes account of the need to liaise with the Specialist subcontractors to ensure that the overall programme allows adequate time for all trades (including manufacturing lead in time, off site fabrication and commissioning). The Contractor will be deemed to have included in their tender price for the costs of importing all necessary additional labour and/or overtime charges to ensure that the works are completed on time. Additional information: Register your company on the eSourcing portal (this is only required once) - Browse to the eSourcing Portal: [nhs.bravosolution.co.uk](https://nhs.bravosolution.co.uk/nhs_collaborative/web/login.html) and click the link to register - Accept the terms and conditions and click 'continue' - Enter your correct business and user details - Note the username you chose and click 'Save' when complete - You will shortly receive an email with your unique password (please keep this secure); 2. Express an Interest in the Tender - Login to the portal with the username/password - Click the 'PQQs / ITTs Open to All Suppliers' link. (These are Pre-Qualification Questionnaires or Invitations to Tender open to any registered supplier) - Browse the ITTs (there may be more than one page) and select 'itt\_31380' by clicking on it. - Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page - This will move the PQQ /ITT into your 'My PQQs/ My ITTs' page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only) - You can now access any attachments by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'PQQ/ ITT Details' box; 3. Responding to the Tender - Click 'My Response' under 'PQQ/ ITT Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining) - You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the on-screen instructions to complete the PQQ/ ITT - There may be a mixture of online and offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available). You must then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. If you require any further assistance please consult the online help, or contact the eTendering help desk. Read full description ## CPV classification Cooling and ventilation equipment Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/287a6816-6a03-438a-91f3-93927137091b) 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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