II.1)
Scope of the procurement
Provision of Odorant Intensity Assessor Services to GNI
Reference number:
17/242
Supplies
II.1.4)
Short description
The scope of this contract is for a single-supplier framework agreement covering the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland for the analysis of natural gas samples for the determination of odorant concentrations.
The scope of contract required will involve providing suitably qualified personnel and appropriate laboratory & equipment for the following;
• Analysis of natural gas samples taken from the Gas Networks Ireland (GNI) network to determine odour content concentration and calculation of odour intensity (to include natural gas & biogas),
• Provide emergency out-of-hours odour intensity analysis when required,
• Sample capture and analysis of ground source natural gas concentrations surrounding buried gas pipelines,
• Sample capture and analysis of moisture within natural gas,
• Coordination of logistics for transportation of samples where required, and
• Reporting, as per GNIs requirements
II.1.6)
Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots:
no
II.2.2)
Additional CPV code(s)
44161110
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Gas-distribution network
45231223
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Gas distribution ancillary work
76100000
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Professional services for the gas industry
II.2.4)
Description of the procurement
The scope of this contract is for a single-supplier framework agreement covering the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland for the analysis of natural gas samples for the determination of odorant concentrations.
The scope of contract required will involve providing suitably qualified personnel and appropriate laboratory & equipment for the following;
• Analysis of natural gas samples taken from the Gas Networks Ireland (GNI) network to determine odour content concentration and calculation of odour intensity (to include natural gas & biogas),
• Provide emergency out-of-hours odour intensity analysis when required,
• Sample capture and analysis of ground source natural gas concentrations surrounding buried gas pipelines,
• Sample capture and analysis of moisture within natural gas,
• Coordination of logistics for transportation of samples where required, and
• Reporting, as per GNIs requirements.
Note - All samples must be analysed within 24 hours of the sample being taken. The aim is to maintain the integrity of the sample and results.
This service must be carried out in accordance with relevant gas industry/statutory regulations and complying with standards: ISO EN 17025:2017 & ISO EN 10715:2001 or equivalent
II.2.11)
Information about options
Options:
yes
Description of options:
Three (3) One (1) Year Extension Options. 36 Month Extension Options
II.2.13)
Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
no
II.2.14)
Additional information
You must submit through the etenders system before
the deadline. The submission deadline is strict & no
submissions will be possible after the date & time
specified in the PQQ documents. Please note that
all tenders are electronic, as such NO paper copies
will be accepted or read. Please submit via the
etenders system not later than 12:00hrs local time
Tuesday 9th October 2018.