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Methods to predict the durability of thin surface course systems

HIGHWAYS ENGLAND

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04 Jul 2018 at 10:40

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Summary of the contracting process

Highways England is conducting a tender titled "Methods to predict the durability of thin surface course systems" as part of their efforts to enhance the performance of thin surface course systems on the Strategic Road Network (SRN). The procurement process is currently in the Award stage, having been completed on 3rd July 2018. This contract, valued at approximately £124,998, is set for a duration from 3rd July 2018 to 31st July 2019. The location for delivery is in the North East of England, and the procurement was carried out as a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. 

This tender presents valuable opportunities for research and consultancy firms specialised in construction materials and engineering, particularly those with expertise in developing testing methodologies for road surface durability. Businesses with a strong background in research and development services related to road safety and material performance would be well-suited to compete for this contract, potentially positioning themselves as key contributors to improving the reliability of surface materials used across the highways network.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Methods to predict the durability of thin surface course systems

Notice Description

Highways England is looking to set up a contract to conduct research that will allow us to improve the durability of thin surface course systems (TSCS); the most commonly used surfacing material on the SRN. Material loss at the surface (commonly termed as 'fretting' or 'ravelling') due to the 'scuffing' action of tyres is a potential cause of major surface defectiveness in TSCS materials. Simulations in the laboratory used effectively can lead to more accurate predictions of how materials will perform on the network. In particular, we are looking for identification of an effective test that can enable the likely 'fretting' or 'ravelling' performance of TSCS to be predicted in the laboratory.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9ac14b79-213e-471e-a764-9076f55072d3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c2e3340b-e45f-4575-a6f4-33c71f8b8d4f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£124,998 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£124,998 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jul 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jun 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jul 20187 years ago
Contract Period
2 Jul 2018 - 31 Jul 2019 1-2 years
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
HIGHWAYS ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMIMGHAM
Postcode
B1 1RN
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARUP

Further Information

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