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MetroWest Phase 1B Highways and Bridges Design and Construction Contract - Award of Stage 2 Package 1 Highways Contract

NORTH SOMERSET COUNCIL

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07 May 2026 at 16:40

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "MetroWest Phase 1B Highways and Bridges Design and Construction Contract" has been awarded by North Somerset Council. The project focuses on road and bridge construction, specifically the design and execution of upgrades as part of the broader MetroWest programme, which aims to enhance the regional rail network to improve connectivity. The tender process applied was an open procedure, with the award made on 6th March 2026. The contract, valued at £1,936,200, involves construction work for highways and roads, taking place in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The contract period runs from 9th March 2026 to 26th February 2027, with the aim to facilitate better access to the rail line for 50,000 residents in the locality.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the construction sector, particularly those skilled in highway and bridge construction. Companies that specialise in large-scale infrastructure projects stand to benefit, with opportunities for SMEs positively noted. Given the detailed design and innovative construction requirements, the contract is ideally suited for established construction firms that can offer expertise in both the planning and execution phases of complex infrastructure enhancements. The collaboration with North Somerset Council represents a strategic partnership, promising extensive engagement in the regional development framework.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MetroWest Phase 1B Highways and Bridges Design and Construction Contract - Award of Stage 2 Package 1 Highways Contract

Notice Description

North Somerset Council procured a contractor to deliver the design and construction works to upgrade highways and bridges as part of the MetroWest Phase 1B project. The overall objective of MetroWest Phase 1B is to re-open the Portishead rail line and provide an hourly service between Portishead and Bristol Temple Meads, with new stations at Portishead and Pill. The Project will connect 50,000 residents to the rail network and forms part of a wider MetroWest programme to deliver strategic enhancements to the local rail network. The highway and bridge works comprise of two works packages. Package 1 is the highways scope which includes detailed design (stage 1) and construction (stage 2). Package 2 is the bridges scope which includes stage 2 construction only (covered by 3 separate contracts). This notice relates to the award of the Stage 2 Package 1 Highways construction contract.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-19f08703-ddec-4c65-8b51-82d000e47640
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9dc21fb4-f524-4de8-906d-c5ecadee3ecd
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

45221100 - Construction work for bridges

45221110 - Bridge construction work

45221111 - Road bridge construction work

45221112 - Railway bridge construction work

45233100 - Construction work for highways, roads

45233120 - Road construction works

71322300 - Bridge-design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,936,200 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,936,200 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Dec 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
9 Mar 2026 - 26 Feb 2027 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
NORTH SOMERSET COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WESTON-SUPER-MARE
Postcode
BS23 1UJ
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK61 North Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
North Somerset
Electoral Ward
Weston-super-Mare Central
Westminster Constituency
Weston-super-Mare

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AMALGAMATED CONSTRUCTION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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