Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13cc7-4527-70b0-bc15-ef85e243cef1/supply-chain-noticesupply-and-install-permanent-tower-crane-in-portsmouth-naval closed GB restricted procedure Suitable for SMEs # Supply Chain Notice:Supply and Install Permanent Tower Crane in Portsmouth Naval Base [Ministry of Defence](https://tendernation.io/buyers/ministry-of-defence) Estimated value £2,000,000 Published 20 Oct 2023 Deadline Closed 6 Nov 2023 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender The Tenderer should be aware that the works detailed in this package are constrained due to the nature of the location they are to be conducted in. ### 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 Opportunity To design and install permanent lifting capability on 3 basin Promontory in Portsmouth Naval Base, Hampshire, PO1 3LS. Budget circa £2M. Completion by May 2025. The Promontory is circa 150m long and 30m wide and is capable of double berthing vessels on each side. The project includes: · Design and manufacture of crane · Delivery to Portsmouth Naval Base · Erection · Commissioning including test load · Training · Warranty The crane shall have: · Minimum 55m under hook · Minimum 80m lift radius, ideally 90m · Lift 10t at a minimum radius of 50m · Foundation anchor for long term, permanent use · Increased corrosion protection for exposed marine environment · Be designed for Wind Zone D25 Desirable crane options: · Elevator · Aircraft warning system · Cabin air conditioning · Construction site lighting · Remote Control Assume: · Assume 80% of the lifts are under 5t · Assume electrical supply is provided by others (using information provided by the crane designer) · Assume foundation preparation is completed by others (using information provided by the crane designer) Additional information: If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Paul Homshaw - at to express interest quoting Supply and Install Permanent Tower Crane in Portsmouth Naval Base. Please also go to Asite Marketplace to register as a supplier. Once registered / if you are already a registered user, please email to be added to our connected supply list, quoting full Company Name and Key Contact. 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. A Non-Disclosure Agreement will also be required, prior to participating in a Pre Qualification and/or Invitation to Tender. Read full description ## CPV classification Tower cranes Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/b500441d-d6b9-4fb8-8164-3155d0e79c61) 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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