Tender

Lower Thames Crossing - Kent Roads and Roads North of the Thames

HIGHWAYS ENGLAND

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Tender

20 Jul 2021 at 17:12

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being led by Highways England for the project titled "Lower Thames Crossing - Kent Roads and Roads North of the Thames". This construction contract, categorised under the CPV code 45000000, pertains to significant infrastructure development in the South East of England. Currently in the Tender stage, the procurement follows a Competitive Procedure with Negotiation, with the contract value estimated at £1.9 billion. The tender period originally closed on 21 May 2021, but the project is set to be executed between 1 January 2023 and 31 December 2029.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in large-scale construction and infrastructure projects. Companies with expertise in design and build contracts, especially those familiar with the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract framework, would be well-positioned to compete. Infrastructure firms capable of managing complex utility diversions, environmental considerations, and extensive construction methodologies are especially encouraged to engage in this significant opportunity that aims to enhance connectivity in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Lower Thames Crossing - Kent Roads and Roads North of the Thames

Notice Description

Due to an administrative error, whilst this Contract Notice was originally published on Find a Tender Service, it was not initially uploaded to Contract Finder. The notice is now being published to correct that error. This procurement is for the design and build of the following two lots which will be procured under a Competitive Procedure with Negotiation. The contracts will be based on the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC) form of contract. Each lot will consist of a two-stage contract approach; Stage One will involve development of the design, methodologies and price, followed by detailed design and construction in Stage Two. The scope for each lot is as follows: Lot 1: Kent Roads (PS600,000,000.00) The contract is a design and build contract for part of the Project route connecting the A2/M2 Corridor via a multi-level free flowing complex junction to 1km south of the tunnel's southern portal. There are significant online works including the realignment and widening of the existing A2 and the construction of the Gravesend East Junction upgrade. The contract works comprise an A2 bridge over the LTC link, 2 viaducts, and numerous other bridge and retaining wall structures. The contract also includes the design, demolition and construction of a replacement green bridge for Brewers Road and Thong Lane over the A2 and a new green bridge over the new LTC alignment on Thong Lane. This contract includes significant diversion of key UK critical utilities, early archaeological investigation works and the relocation and management of the seasonal environmental works. Lot 2: Roads North of the Thames (PS1,300,000,000.00) The contract is a design and build contract for part of the Project route that takes the project from 1km north of the tunnel's northern portal and continues for 12.7km though predominantly green field site to LTC's junction with the M25, the route includes 5km of online works between the junction with M25 and completes just north of M25 J29. The route is dual 3 lanes from the tunnel to the A13 interchange, a three level and between the A13 and M25 the route is 3 lanes northbound and 2 lanes southbound where it crosses under M25 via a box jack structure. Other significant features of the route are where it crosses the Tilbury loop line and A1089, a new multi-level junction connecting the route with the A13 near Orsett and a viaduct at the Mardyke river through Orsett Fen. Additional information: The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at:

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-89ca11cc-bbb0-484a-b58c-f3cd21fddd99
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/733a20ed-503e-401a-8c58-1b6dacb1a3f2
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Competitive Procedure with Negotiation (FTS)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,900,000,000 £1B-£10B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2029 Over 5 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
HIGHWAYS ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BEDFORD
Postcode
MK41 7LW
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH24 Bedford
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Bedford
Electoral Ward
Harpur
Westminster Constituency
Bedford

Further Information

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