MWS Demonstrator Platform Fabrication, Assembly and Float-out

Description

Marine Power Systems (MPS) has set an ambitious plan to help achieve the world’s net-zero targets. As a leading developer of marine energy extraction hardware, MPS has a vision to create a better future, where a mix of clean, affordable, ocean energy technologies deliver safe, secure and sustainable power. On its mission to unlock the power of oceans, the company has developed a modular, flexible, floating offshore energy platform for low cost accelerated deployment at scale.In the summer of 2023, MPS’ Megawatt-Scale (MWS) Demonstrator project will install a floating wind energy platform at the Biscay Marine Energy Platform (BiMEP) test site in northern Spain. BiMEP offers deep water conditions with a direct connection to the Spanish electricity grid making it an ideal site for MPS to test and operate the device for up to 5 years.MPS is seeking a highly experienced contractor to complete the platform fabrication and the assembly of the platform’s components as well as all sub-systems, ready to be towed out for offshore installation.NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=121122.The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx.Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems. (WA Ref:121122)Relates to the following project/programme financed by EU Community Funds: This project is part of a WEFO funded operation.The buyer considers that this contract is suitable for consortia bidding.