Framework Contract for District Heating Systems (Rahmenvertrag Fernwärme)

A public procurement opportunity is available for qualified contractors to engage in the construction, maintenance, and repair of district heating systems within Potsdam, Germany. The contract will be awarded through a competitive, two-stage negotiation process. The successful bidders will be contracted to provide these services for a period of 24 months, starting from January 1, 2025.

Scope of Work:

The contract involves new construction, maintenance, and emergency repairs in the district heating network, including civil engineering and surface work. The work must comply with relevant guidelines and safety regulations, particularly those concerning district heating systems.

Key Details:

• Location: Potsdam, Germany, with operations extending up to 50 km from the city.

• Duration: 2 years (Starting January 1, 2025).

• Procedure: Negotiated procedure with prior publication, competitive with negotiation.

• Submission Requirements: Contractors must demonstrate certification according to relevant standards (e.g., FW 601, FW 432, FW 434) and ensure that all welding and construction work adheres to specified quality and safety requirements.

• Selection Process: The process includes a two-stage tender procedure:

1. Initial Stage: Submission of unpriced specifications and evaluation of suitability criteria.

2. Negotiation Stage: Price negotiation based on a median price list, with contracts awarded based on the most favorable pricing.

• Estimated Duration: 24 months.

• Languages: All documents and submissions must be in German.

• Electronic Submission Required: Yes.

• Deadline for Requests to Participate: September 27, 2024, at 10:00 AM (UTC+2).

• Additional Information Requests Deadline: September 20, 2024.

Award Criteria:

Contracts will be awarded based on a competitive pricing strategy, where bids will be ranked according to the most favorable offer.