Tender

Lower Thames Crossing - Kent Roads - Material Testing

SKANSKA CONSTRUCTION UK LIMITED

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Tender

15 Apr 2025 at 15:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

SKANSKA CONSTRUCTION UK LIMITED is seeking a competent Material Testing contractor for the Lower Thames Crossing project located in Kent Roads, South East, United Kingdom. The procurement process, in the Tender stage, is focused on architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. The competitive quotation method is used, and the tender period ends on 23 April 2025. The contract is expected to start on 26 August 2025 and conclude on 26 August 2026. Interested parties should complete the attached expression of interest form and return it to the provided contact email.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for SMEs specialising in material testing services, particularly those with UKAS accreditation and ISO 9001 certification. Suitable businesses should have testing facilities close to the project site and employ qualified personnel with appropriate competency cards and a Highway Passport. The requirement includes testing various materials such as concrete, soil, aggregates, and asphalt. Winning this contract could provide steady work and demonstrate capabilities in high-profile infrastructure projects, enhancing business growth and reputation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Lower Thames Crossing - Kent Roads - Material Testing

Notice Description

A Material Testing contractor is required for the Lower Thames Crossing - Kent Roads. These works are likely to be required from Autumn 2025. The work consists of the following elements: * Provide material testing off and on site including Concrete Testing, soil classification, aggregate physical properties, Asphalt Analysis. The operatives involved in the works shall be Competent with relevant qualifications and competency cards (Lantra - /CSCS) and have a Highway Passport. The contractor must be UKAS accredited and have obtained ISO 9001. Testing facilities must be in proximity to the scheme. Additional information: Please complete the attached expression of interest form and return to eleanor.clarke@skanska.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e48f16b-74b6-4d50-8db4-def8479b4b23
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£1
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Aug 2025 - 26 Aug 2026 1-2 years
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
SKANSKA CONSTRUCTION UK LIMITED
Contact Name
Eleanor Clarke
Contact Email
eleanor.clarke@skanska.co.uk
Contact Phone
07823 356520

Buyer Location

Locality
WATFORD
Postcode
WD3 9SW
Post Town
Watford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Three Rivers
Electoral Ward
Chorleywood South & Maple Cross
Westminster Constituency
South West Hertfordshire

Further Information

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