Planning

Smeaton's Arches widening - Grade II listed - A46 Newark Bypass Scheme

SKANSKA CONSTRUCTION UK LIMITED

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Planning

27 Jan 2025 at 10:30

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Skanska Construction UK Limited is planning a significant infrastructure improvement project titled "Smeaton's Arches widening - Grade II listed - A46 Newark Bypass Scheme" in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. The project involves widening a 6.5 km section of the A46 from Farndon Roundabout to Winthorpe Roundabout, which includes the Grade II listed Smeaton's Arches. The procurement process is currently in the "planning" stage, with an engagement end date set for 7th February 2025. The procurement falls under the "Historical monument or memorial construction work" industry category, with additional classifications covering historical preservation and construction work for bridges. Business interested in participating should note this project is a market engagement to support budget pricing, and relevant documentation should be submitted to Tom Goodwin at Skanska.

This tender represents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in infrastructure development, historical site restoration, and specialised construction services. SMEs are especially encouraged to express interest, making it a valuable prospect for smaller firms looking to expand their portfolio with high-profile contracts. Businesses with experience in similar infrastructure projects, possessing relevant certifications like the Common Assessment Standard, and capable of providing comprehensive project proposals, would be well-suited to compete. Participating in this project can enhance a company's reputation and position them for future public procurement opportunities. To express interest, businesses should complete the provided Expression of Interest form and email it along with supporting documents to Skanska.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Smeaton's Arches widening - Grade II listed - A46 Newark Bypass Scheme

Notice Description

The A46 Newark Bypass is a complex major infrastructure improvement scheme being developed by National Highways to widen a 6.5km stretch of the A46 to dual carriageway from the Farndon Roundabout to the Winthorpe Roundabout. Skanska are currently preparing the scheme budget for National Highways, and wish to engage with the supply chain to support this budget pricing exercise. This package includes the widening of a section of the Grade II listed Smeaton's Arches to facilitate the construction of a new grade seperated Cattle Market Roundabout in Newark on Trent. About Smeaton's Arches: Built 1770s: widened 1920s - The Arches carry the A616, once the Great North Road, over the River Trent valley from Newark north west to South Muskham, in an area prone to regular flooding. Its arches are mostly 3.7m wide, and 1.8m high from foundation level to springer. The passageways through the arches are 10.1m long, across the width of the road. Additional information: If you would like to register your interest in this opportunity, and would be willing to provide budget pricing information to support the overall scheme budget, please complete the attached Expression of Interest form and email to tom.goodwin@skanska.co.uk Please ensure your email subject contains the reference 2400.01 - Smeaton's Arches Widening. Please also include the requested attachments, including company brochure, case studues of similar works, and any Common Assessment Standard (CAS) Certificates for prequalification if available.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9ff01d45-ba19-460b-8170-abdd7406b154
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0bf20128-8ce9-46dd-8234-813a0234a1c0
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

45212314 - Historical monument or memorial construction work

45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest

45221100 - Construction work for bridges

45454100 - Restoration work

92522000 - Preservation services of historical sites and buildings

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
7 Feb 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WATFORD
Postcode
WD25 7GS
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
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Three Rivers
Electoral Ward
Leavesden
Westminster Constituency
South West Hertfordshire

Further Information

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