Refrigerators and freezers. Freezers. The Authority has a potential requirement for the Repair of Operational Infrastructure Equipments on an as required basis. At present the possible future requirement covers, but is not limited to, the following Lots:
Lot 1: Repair of NSN 4110-99-909-9100 – Ambient Temperature Container (Larder) – The Ambient Unit is a converted 20' ISO container. An internally fitted, electrically powered, ac unit adjusts and maintains the temperature according to the control settings selected. The internal temperature is displayed on an external panel and a HI/LO temperature alarm system activates audio and visual alarm units if the internal temperature varies from operator adjusted limits.
Lot 1: Repair of NSN 4110-99-376-1818 – Refrigeration Unit (Fridge Freezer) - The Refrigeration unit provides refrigeration and freezer facilities and is constructed from a standard 20' ISO container. It has two interior sections divided by a moveable inner partition wall. The unit is powered by an externally mounted, diesel powered, refrigeration plant. Ancillary electrical power to the container is by either externally supplied 400v ac, 3 phase or via the 12v dc battery contained in the front enclosure. The unit is equipped with two alarm systems, one is a trapped person alert and the other alerts of a temperature variation outside the pre-set limits.
Lot 2: Repair of NSN 4110-99-937-0600 – Refrigerated Freezer (Mortuary) - The role of the ITC Mortuary Unit is to provide portable, temperature controlled storage for deceased personnel. It's a converted 20' ISO container. An externally mounted generator provides electrical power to a refrigeration unit which maintains the temperature as desired.
The successful Contractor(s) will be required to repair Articles to A1 Build Standard using genuine OEM Parts and subsequently packed and delivered to the Authority. The equipment is considered operational critical to overseas operations. The Authority reserves it's right to place more than one Contract. i.e. One for each LOT, if it is deemed Most Economically Advantageous.
Any potential Supplier wishing to undertake the work will be held responsible for the procurement of all associated spare parts required to support any repair activity. Furthermore, the Authority advises potential Suppliers that there are no drawings or associated specifications available to issue as part of any eventual Invitation to Tender.
The Repair/Refurbishment will include, but not limited to:
— Exterior: Full inspection and Repair to the condition/ cosmetic presentation of the equipment.
— Component Parts: All faulty, damaged or missing components required to repair the equipment shall be replaced using the current OEM or genuine manufacturer's parts, as appropriate.
— Replacement parts: The Contractor shall be responsible for the procurement of all replacement parts within the terms and conditions of the contract. All parts shall meet the OEM specification or are to be the equivalent manufacturer's part, purchased from an approved supplier. When replacement parts are used because OEM parts are no longer available, then Certificates of Conformity are required for all parts which may affect the reliability of the equipment. These certificates shall be made available to the Authority upon request.
— Test & Certification: After repair the equipment is to be to operated and proved to be working satisfactorily. Statutory Container inspections and Electrical Safety inspections must be carried out and certified.
— The contractor is to keep records of all visits/survey reports, repair approvals, certificates and costs incurred in the repairs to these equipments. These records must be made available to the Authority as requested.
QA Standards or equivalent: The Contractor shall hold and maintain a certification to BS EN ISO 9001:2000/2008, issued by an accredited certification body.
Expressions of Interest will be via the Dynamic Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (DPQQ) linked to this Contract Notice. Only those expressions of interest that fully meet the above criteria and DPQQ shall be considered for Invitation to Tender.
The announcement of a possible future requirement is not to be construed as confirmation that a Tender/Contract will subsequently be issued. The issue of a possible future requirement, or the issue of an Invitation to Tender, is not to be construed as a commitment by the Authority to place an order as a result of the tendering stage or at a later stage. Any expenditure, work or effort prior to any contract award is accordingly a matter solely for the commercial judgement of the potential supplier.