In May, Guernsey Ports invited expressions of interest from contractors to repair or replace the gate system for the marina.
The deadline was at the end of June and potential contractors are being reviewed to assess experience, expertise and capability.
‘Alongside that, we are preparing the full tender documentation and reviewing any enabling works needed to maintain momentum and progress the timely delivery of the project,’ said Guernsey Ports head of infrastructure delivery Jenny Giles.
‘Shortlisted companies will then be invited to participate in a tender process by submitting design-and-build proposals for the repair or replacement of the marina gate system.
‘This will provide greater detail on the technical solutions available and help establish which option offers the best overall value for money while meeting the long-term operational requirements.’
The preferred solution will be used to develop a full business case, which will progress through the final stages of the approval process, including consideration by the Policy & Resources Committee.
The timing of any works will depend on the solutions proposed by contractors and the availability of specialist resources required to deliver the project.
The QEII marina provides berthing for more than 700 locally-owned vessels and includes the deepest moorings in all of Guernsey Ports’ marinas.
The current gate infrastructure dates back to the 1980s and surveys in recent years have identified a heightened risk of failure due to their age and condition.
‘The States knows that the clock is ticking on the lifespan of the gates, which were installed 40 years ago,’ said Ms Giles.
‘It has estimated the cost of replacement to be between £5-10m., with the possibility that repairs might come out slightly cheaper.’