Tender

Lake Lothing Third Crossing Build Contract

SUFFOLK SOURCING

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Tender

14 Nov 2019 at 11:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Suffolk Sourcing is inviting tenders for the construction of the Lake Lothing Third Crossing in Lowestoft, Suffolk. This project falls under the classification of bridge construction work with an estimated value of £68 million. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, and interested parties must submit their bids by 19 December 2019. The project is expected to commence on 15 June 2020 and conclude by 31 December 2022. The procurement method is a selective procedure, specifically designed for works exceeding the threshold stipulated for restricted procedures.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for construction firms, particularly those specialised in bridge and civil engineering projects. Companies with expertise in the NEC4 ECC design and build contracts, as well as those experienced in both mechanical and electrical design aspects of bridge construction, would be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this tender could facilitate substantial business growth and contribute to advancements in local infrastructure development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Lake Lothing Third Crossing Build Contract

Notice Description

Suffolk County Council wish to award a contract for the build of the Lake Lothing Third Crossing in Lowestoft, Suffolk under the NEC4 ECC Option A form of contract with bespoke Z clauses. The new crossing will be a multi-span bridge which includes a rolling bascule opening section, a section which will span the existing East Suffolk Line on the North side of the lake. The new bridge will have a 12 metre air draft height which will enable smaller vessels to pass underneath without an opening. The new crossing of Lake Lothing will include footway/cycleways on both sides and a control tower inclusive of plant room. The Council will have completed the Detailed Design for the majority of the crossing with the exception being the MIECA. The mechanical design element will be completed to Detailed Design but the electrical and hydraulics for the bascule will be completed to Scheme Design. The successful contractor will be responsible for completing the Detailed Design of these elements. Additional information: This opportunity is available in the 'Current Tenders' area of www.suffolksourcing.uk. Interested parties are invited to express their interest in order to gain full access to the tender documentation Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb1a4c9c-eb97-4490-8ea6-ba984fa9c3ab
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45221000 - Construction work for bridges and tunnels, shafts and subways

45221100 - Construction work for bridges

45221110 - Bridge construction work

45221111 - Road bridge construction work

45221115 - Construction work for steel bridges

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£68,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Nov 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Jun 2020 - 31 Dec 2022 2-3 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
SUFFOLK SOURCING
Contact Name
Martin Jennings
Contact Email
martin.jennings@suffolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1473260450

Buyer Location

Locality
SUFFOLK
Postcode
IP1 2BX
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH62 Ipswich
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Gipping
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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