CM1225 Process Ventilation

Yorkshire Water is undertaking preliminary market engagement in advance of a proposed competitive procurement process to establish a Framework Agreement for the provision of process ventilation systems and associated operational support services to support its Capital Delivery programme. The proposed Framework Agreement is anticipated to operate for an initial term of four (4) years, with the option to extend for a further four (4) years. It is intended that the Framework will be the primary route for Yorkshire Water to procure ventilation services throughout its duration. Successful suppliers appointed to the Framework will work alongside Yorkshire Water Services (YWS) within Capital Delivery and may be appointed to one or both of the Lots described below. The proposed Framework structure comprises two (2) Lots: Lot 1 - Operational Requirements Scope : The provision of inspections, assessments and maintenance of ventilation systems and assets, including: • Routine and statutory inspections • Risk assessments and compliance surveys • Identification of remedial works and condition grading • Planned and reactive maintenance • Remediation works addressing safety or performance • Emergency response Lot 2 - Capital Requirements Scope: The provision of ventilation systems, including: • Full design, supply and installation of new ventilation systems • Refurbishment and upgrades of existing systems • Turnkey solutions including design, construction and commissioning Yorkshire Water invites suitably qualified and experienced suppliers with capability in the design, installation, maintenance and refurbishment of ventilation systems, together with associated compliance and asset management services, to express an interest in this opportunity. This engagement is intended to inform the forthcoming procurement. This notice does not constitute a call for competition or a commitment to procure. Yorkshire Water intends to issue a Conditions of Participation (SQ) in the coming weeks. The Conditions of Participation is expected to remain open for minimum twenty-five (25) days. Suppliers wishing to participate in the future procurement process will be required to register on SAP Ariba. Support with registration can be obtained by contacting Aitana (details below).