Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13cb3-d860-711d-be1f-91a47e46adc4/supply-chain-notice-wat0097-telehandler-replacement-qec-berth-portsmouth-naval pending GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Supply Chain Notice: WAT0097 Telehandler Replacement QEC Berth Portsmouth Naval Base [Ministry of Defence](https://tendernation.io/buyers/ministry-of-defence) Estimated value Not stated Published 14 Jul 2023 Deadline Rolling deadline ## 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 ### Project location ### HM Naval Base Portsmouth The Contractor shall be expected to adhere by the HMNB site security requirements, all Contractors and Sub-Contractors shall be BPSS security vetted and will be required to hold the relevant site security passes. The Contractor shall be expected to hold the following levels of insurance £10m Public Liability, £10m Product Liability, £5m Professional Indemnity. ### KBS Maritime - Introduction KBS Maritime is a joint venture between KBR and BAE Systems, bringing together two global players with a rich heritage of delivering excellence, innovation and reliability. The joint venture will combine the expertise of KBR as a global leader in infrastructure asset management and services with BAE Systems' experience and capability within Portsmouth Naval Base. KBS Maritime are delivering an ambitious, modern and enduring change to the Portsmouth Naval base infrastructure, securing investment in the local community and ensuring fit-for-purpose, world-leading fleet support for the Royal Navy and the UK in the decades ahead. ### Project Background KBS Maritime have a requirement to replace 4 telehandlers which have reached the end of their life with new assets to support the future operations of the Naval Base. These will potentially be purchased 2 in the current year financial year (end 31/03/24) and 2 in the following year (end 31/03/25) Supply 4 x telehandler with maximum lift capability within the below constraints. - Shall be capable of running on HVO and diesel fuel - Shall comply with JSP 482 and JSP 467 to enable telehandlers to be used for transporting explosive materials. - Shall be rotary design - Minimum reach of telescopic boom 32m - Minimum lifting weight at fully extended boom 250kg - Maximum axel weight of 16.5 tons (driving Weight) - Maximum vehicle weight (2 x axel Vehicle) 33 tons - Paint finish shall be corrosion resistant to give extended protection in marine environment operating area. - Shall be capable of operation from remote control unit. - Cab shall include cameras to aid operator visibility of load being lifted. - All equipment shall be tested by manufacturer prior to delivery. Documented evidence of testing shall be provided as well as the Declaration of Conformity and LOLER certificate - The supplier shall undertake training of operation and maintenance staff including operator familiarisation and maintainer training ### Additional equipment - A set of ground pads to reduce ground load to less than 10 ton/sqm - Fixed lifting Hook - Set of lifting folks - Winch Approximate Value per Telehandler is £430k. Total for 4 off : £1.7m KBS Goods Supply Contract will be applicable to this project (this will be made available at ITT stage) Additional information: : If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact KBS Maritime at quoting - WAT0097 Telehandler Replacement QEC Berth Portsmouth Naval Base in the email subject title to express interest. Once the notice has closed, suppliers will be invited to Pre-Qualify and/or Invited to Tender. Open or restricted tender procedure will be dependent on the number of expressions of interest received. 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