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Basic Asset Protection Agreement (BAPA) for Principal Bridge Inspections of 15 no. KCC road bridges and footbridges that cross over Network Rail infrastructure planned for 2025/26 programme. NR Reference Number: 184497 - ACE414590

KENT COUNTY COUNCIL

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Award

08 Jul 2025 at 14:44

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The recent awarding of the contract for a Basic Asset Protection Agreement was conducted by Kent County Council, located in Maidstone, England. This procurement falls under the construction work category and concerns the inspection of 15 road bridges and footbridges that intersect Network Rail infrastructure, planned for the 2025/2026 programme. The procurement stage has reached completion, with the contract awarded on 12th March 2025. This direct procurement utilised a single tender action below the threshold, with the contract set to commence on 1st April 2025 and conclude by 31st March 2026. The total contract value is £98,730, with Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd appointed as the supplier.

This tender presents an attractive opportunity for businesses with capabilities in infrastructure inspection and construction services, particularly those experienced with railway and road bridge maintenance. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are considered suitable for participation, as indicated by the procurement suitability criteria. Engaging in this project allows businesses to strengthen their portfolio and establish relationships with major public entities like Kent County Council and Network Rail, offering a foothold in public infrastructure projects within the United Kingdom.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Basic Asset Protection Agreement (BAPA) for Principal Bridge Inspections of 15 no. KCC road bridges and footbridges that cross over Network Rail infrastructure planned for 2025/26 programme. NR Reference Number: 184497 - ACE414590

Notice Description

Basic Asset Protection Agreement (BAPA) for Principal Bridge Inspections of 15 no. KCC road bridges and footbridges that cross over Network Rail infrastructure planned for 2025/26 programme. NR Reference Number: 184497 - ACE414590

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b56b5ba3-aba4-414f-a4b6-2e8609e73d6d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e94e54ef-d025-4ff1-9763-54e86bfce672
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£98,730 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£98,730 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
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
KENT COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Muhsin Yakut
Contact Email
muhsin.yakut@kent.gov.uk
Contact Phone
03000 412934

Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME14 1XQ
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Penenden Heath
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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