ETENDERS

Prior information notice

Information

Published

Date of dispatch of this notice: 14/06/2021

Expire date: 21/10/2021

External Reference: 2021-202828

TED Reference: 2021/S 117-306253

Prior information notice

Prior information notice

Services

Directive 2014/24/EU

This notice is for prior information only

Section I: Contracting authority

I.1)

Name and addresses

Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin
2200007u
College Green
Dublin 2
Co. Dublin
IE
Contact person: Aiden O'Neill
Telephone: +353 18968222
E-mail: aiden.oneill@tcd.ie
NUTS code:  IE061 -  Dublin
Internet address(es):
Main address: http://www.tcd.ie
Address of the buyer profile: https://irl.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/336

I.3)

Communication

The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at:  
http://irl.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=191133&B=ETENDERS_SIMPLE
Additional information can be obtained from
the abovementioned address:  
I.4)

Type of the contracting authority

Body governed by public law
I.5)

Main activity

Education

Section II: Object

II.1)

Scope of the procurement

II.1.1)

Title

Old Library Redevelopment Project, High Pressure Water Mist Fire Suppression System for Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin
Reference number:  TCD-21-C0584
II.1.2)

Main CPV code

71333000  -  Mechanical engineering services
II.1.3)

Type of contract

Services
II.1.4)

Short description

Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin wishes to conduct preliminary market consultations with interested parties in relation to the Fire Suppression System Procurement as described in the attached document. The procurement of the fire suppression system is key to completing the detailed design and in turn commencing the contractor works packages. Trinity would like to discuss the opportunity with various economic operators with a view to better understand the offerings available in the market.
Please note, this is not a call for competition. Trinity does not guarantee that a follow-up call for competition will be published. It is envisaged that preliminary market consultations will take place from w/c 28th June 2021. Interested parties are requested to express their interest via eTenders and use the messaging facility to contact the Contracting Authority.
II.1.5)

Estimated total value

Value excluding VAT: 1.00  EUR
II.1.6)

Information about lots

This contract is divided into lots: no
II.2)

Description

II.2.2)

Additional CPV code(s)

31625100  -  Fire-detection systems
35111500  -  Fire suppression system
45351000  -  Mechanical engineering installation works
51120000  -  Installation services of mechanical equipment
51700000  -  Installation services of fire protection equipment
71321000  -  Engineering design services for mechanical and electrical installations for buildings
II.2.3)

Place of performance

NUTS code:  IE061 -  Dublin
Main site or place of performance:  
Dublin 2
II.2.4)

Description of the procurement

The Old Library Redevelopment Project (OLRP) comprises works to the Old Library building, the Berkeley Library podium and Fellows’ Square. The Old Library and Podium buildings are located within the Trinity College Dublin Campus at College Green adjacent to Fellows Square. The Old Library is a renowned and prominent historic building within the centre of Trinity and Dublin life. It is a major and iconic tourist attraction.
Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin wishes to conduct preliminary market consultations with interested parties in relation to the Fire Suppression System Procurement as described in the attached document. The procurement of the fire suppression system is key to completing the detailed design and in turn commencing the contractor works packages. Trinity would like to discuss the opportunity with various economic operators with a view to better understand the offerings available in the market.
Please note, this is not a call for competition. Trinity does not guarantee that a follow-up call for competition will be published. It is envisaged that preliminary market consultations will take place from w/c 28th June 2021. Interested parties are requested to express their interest via eTenders and use the messaging facility to contact the Contracting Authority.
As part of Fire Safety Strategy for the proposed refurbished building, a wet fire suppression system will be installed throughout both the Old Library, Podium Visitor Centre and plant room accommodation.
This PIN notice relates to procurement of the Fire Suppression System, a High Pressure Water Mist (HPWM) system designed in accordance with BS8489-1:2016 or EN 14972-1:2020, NFPA Standard 750 and based on actual fire test data relating to the hazard identified by the Specialist Designer.
II.3)

Estimated date of publication of contract notice:

28/07/2021

Section IV: Procedure

IV.1)

Description

IV.1.8)

Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)

The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement : yes
IV.2)

Administrative information

Section VI: Complementary information

VI.3)

Additional information

Please see separately attached document which provides further additional details on the Contracting Authority's preferred procurement strategy to which this Prior information notice refers.