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Bristol Harbour Entrance Lock

BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL

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02 Oct 2025 at 10:24

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Summary of the contracting process

Bristol City Council has completed the procurement process for the Bristol Harbour Entrance Lock project, focusing on a comprehensive analysis of the lock's mechanical and electrical systems to inform future maintenance strategies. The contract, classified under the architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services category, was awarded to Constellia on 28th September 2025. This project, located in England, followed an open procurement method. The tender period concluded on 28th September 2025, and the contract period is set from 29th September 2025 to 30th April 2026. The project aims to ensure the lock's reliability and longevity, with an awarded value of £130,499.13.

This procurement process presents significant opportunities for businesses in the architectural and engineering sectors, especially those specialising in infrastructure inspections and maintenance planning. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find this contract particularly suited to their capabilities and scope. The open procurement method facilitated fair competition, encouraging a diverse range of suppliers to participate. By engaging in such projects, businesses can enhance their portfolios and secure long-term growth within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bristol Harbour Entrance Lock

Notice Description

To provide BCC with a thorough understanding of the current condition of the lock's vital mechanical and electrical systems. The scope is designed to deliver a clear pathway for maintaining this key asset, encompassing detailed site inspections and surveys of the lock gates and their operating equipment. This will be followed by development of an Action Plan and a comprehensive Options Appraisal to inform BCC's future maintenance and refurbishment strategies, ensuring the lock's longevity and reliability.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-19843df8-042f-4915-9b1b-76e444553418
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b6ea497-c4c6-492f-a09d-9e0153d5f049
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£130,499 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£130,499 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Sep 20254 months ago
Contract Period
28 Sep 2025 - 30 Apr 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS3 9FS
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Bedminster
Westminster Constituency
Bristol South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CONSTELLIA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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