Ardersier Port, Phase 2 - Dredging Works

Tender description

The Client shall appoint a contractor to undertake a continuation of the Phase 1 channel dredge for the entire length of the proposed Phase 2 new quay wall and to the further extent of the existing sheet pile wall being upgraded. The Phase 2 navigation channel will be dredged to -12.4mCD to the extent of the Phase 2 new quay wall (300m), -6.5mCD to the extent of the existing sheet pile wall being upgraded(758m) and be 140m wide (these works are the focus of this PQQ). The works are anticipated commence 2Q2028 dredging window. There will be a requirement for the Contractor to coordinate elements of works with the Clients quayside civils principal contractor and port operations. Lot 1: Procurement Stages Stage 1 – Early Market Consultation - Before commencing procurement, consult the market with a view to gauging project interest, informing of procurement plans and project requirements. Stage 2 - Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) - Issue PQQ - Contractor submissions - Analyse and score submissions - Select shortlist of suppliers for Stage 3 Stage 3 – Invitation to Tender (ITT) / Competitive procedure with negotiation - Issue ITT - Hold structured meetings, discuss risk, technical queries and contract terms - Initial Contractor submissions - Analyse initial tender submissions - Negotiation period (assumptions, clarifications, exclusions, contract terms, etc.) - Final Contractor submissions - Evaluate and score final submissions - Select preferred bidder for Stage 4 Stage 4 – Contract Award - Notify Contractors of tender outcome - Stand still period - Contract finalisation and execution - Publish contract award notice