Tender

BBV Sublot 4 - HSST1020 - WWH U shape channel cover

BALFOUR BEATTY VINCI JV HS2

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Tender

11 Sep 2025 at 13:30

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Balfour Beatty VINCI, a joint venture associated with the HS2 project, has initiated a tender process seeking suppliers for the BBV Sublot 4 - HSST1020 - WWH U shape channel cover. The procurement focuses on the supply of 2,000 linear metres of U-trough lids for installation at the Washwood Heath site, with a contract value of approximately £1,000,000. This tender falls under the drainage system industry category, with additional classifications such as drain covers and concrete products. The process is currently in the tender stage, and interested parties must submit their expressions of interest by 26th September 2025. The project’s installation is scheduled to commence on 30th April 2026, covering multiple regions across the UK, including the North East and West Midlands.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Those in the manufacturing sector with expertise in producing concrete or drainage-related products would be well-suited for this contract. Suppliers with robust quality management systems and delivery capabilities across the UK are highly encouraged to participate. Given the scale of the project and specific stakeholder requirements, this contract offers a substantial opportunity to enhance one’s portfolio within the infrastructure domain, particularly alongside a high-profile project like HS2.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

BBV Sublot 4 - HSST1020 - WWH U shape channel cover

Notice Description

U-trough scope Supply 2000 [two thousand] linear meters of U-trough lids for installation into the Washwood Heath Retained Cut at Railway base slab level. An outline design of the U-trough lid system has been proposed by BBV. See Drawing number 1MC08-BBV_MSD-GT-DDE-NS03_NL08-760255 C01. A similar solution OR an alternative solution is required from the Supplier to satisfy the requirements detailed in 1MC08-BBV_MSD-GT-DDE-NS03_NL08-760255 C01 taking particular care of the resistance to uplift forces and installation methodology. The Supplier's proposed solution will need to conform with the Acceptance Criteria of different stakeholders including HS2 Ltd before being put into production. The Supplier is to manufacture the full quantity of U-trough lids required by BBV in conformance with BBV's Quality Management requirements. The Supplier is to ensure all of the material is delivered safely to the Washwood Heath site and packaged in a way that can be easily lifted by mechanical means. BBV is planning to install the U-trough covers starting April 2026. The Supplier should consider and advise BBV whether they wish to install the U-trough covers. Additional information: Suppliers should be aware of the scale of this project and should assess their internal capabilities to be able to carry out the intended scope of work, prior to completing this expression of interest (EOI).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-01dd874d-6621-4821-af17-59ebfba8bff9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6eb37cfb-94cc-4324-b04b-dacd5040a7b5
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

44114200 - Concrete products

44114250 - Concrete slabs

44163112 - Drainage system

44423750 - Drain covers

45111240 - Ground-drainage work

45232451 - Drainage and surface works

45262350 - Unreinforced-concrete work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Sep 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Apr 2026 - 16 Oct 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BALFOUR BEATTY VINCI JV HS2
Contact Name
Philip Bradley
Contact Email
philip.bradley@balfourbeattyvinci.com
Contact Phone
07903076695

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B1 2LP
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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