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Minsmere RSPB: Access for all footpath & new bridge

ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PROTECTION OF BIRDS

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Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds has initiated a public procurement process titled “Minsmere RSPB: Access for all footpath & new bridge,” aimed at enhancing access for visitors with impaired mobility at Minsmere. This project falls under the construction industry category and seeks to construct a fully accessible path connected to the existing North Wall trail, along with a new bridge. The tender period commenced on March 22, 2022, and submissions are due by April 1, 2022. The anticipated contract period is set to start on September 1, 2022, and conclude by April 3, 2023. This procurement is being conducted through an open procedure below threshold.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in construction, particularly those with experience in accessibility projects or sensitive site works. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are well-positioned to compete, given the emphasis on relevant experience and innovative solutions such as the use of recycled materials. Companies that can demonstrate their capabilities in providing cost-effective solutions and sustainable construction practices will likely have a competitive advantage in this procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Minsmere RSPB: Access for all footpath & new bridge

Notice Description

The aim of the project is to improve access to the Minsmere East Hide for visitors with impaired mobility. A fully accessible path will be constructed to connect the North Wall trail to the extended East Hide inside the existing sea defence. The path will create an aesthetically pleasing access route with carefully spaced bench seating with views over the adjacent Scrape. A ramp will be constructed to provide access from the North Wall, ensuring that the North Wall's function as a flood defence is unimpaired. A low-level path or boardwalk will then follow the line of the sea defence to the East Hide. This will involve creating a new bridge over the Scotts Hall Drain and meeting the apron of the hide so that wheelchair access is maintained. The ramp from the North Wall will be created with granite-filled gabions and a surfaced path. The path from the base of the ramp has been specified similarly, but we would be keen to consider a boardwalk solution, preferably using recycled plastic boards for the decking and structure. Details of how to apply in Tender document attached Additional information: The Initial Tender submission shall comprise the following: a. Brief synopsis of relevant experience of similar works and working on sensitive sites b. Outline of resources and timescales for mobilization and completion of works c. Costs for the three main elements: * Ramp * Bridge * Path including information on prelims and how OHP will be dealt with. The Contractor shall provide information on the approaches proposed to deliver the sections of path and the bridge, alongside outline costings and timetables for their delivery and the construction of the ramp from the North Wall, which must be to the specification provided, since the North Wall is a Flood Defence Structure. The final Contract following a Second Stage Tender is to be the NEC 3 Engineering and Construction Short Contract with the Contract Data as detailed in Appendix 1 though this may be varied in agreement with the selected contractor.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e88fd602-db1e-4bd3-b2eb-bc4d6ce884d9
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Apr 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2022 - 3 Apr 2023 6-12 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
ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PROTECTION OF BIRDS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SANDY
Postcode
SG19 2DL
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH25 Central Bedfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Central Bedfordshire
Electoral Ward
Sandy
Westminster Constituency
North Bedfordshire

Further Information

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