Tender

West Winch Housing Access Road (WWHAR) Archaeological Trial Trench

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

18 Nov 2024 at 12:24

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Norfolk County Council is seeking to appoint an archaeological fieldwork contractor for the "West Winch Housing Access Road (WWHAR) Archaeological Trial Trench" project. This initiative involves conducting an archaeological trial trench evaluation in advance of a planned access road construction near Kings Lynn, Norfolk. This road, spanning 3.5km, includes roundabout junctions, access junctions, and over bridges for cyclists and pedestrians. The A47 road will also be dualled between the WWHAR and Hardwick Interchange Junction. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with bids due by 23rd December 2024, and the contract expected to start on 7th April 2025, lasting until 31st October 2025. This project falls under the industry category of excavation work at archaeological sites.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in archaeological services and fieldwork. Companies with expertise in excavation and archaeological assessments will find this opportunity well-suited for their skills. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, potentially benefiting from new business growth and exposure. The open procedure adopted by Norfolk County Council ensures a transparent and competitive procurement process, allowing diverse businesses to participate. The successful bidder will not only partake in an essential infrastructural project but also contribute to the historical and cultural preservation efforts in Norfolk.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

West Winch Housing Access Road (WWHAR) Archaeological Trial Trench

Notice Description

Norfolk County Council (NCC) are looking to appoint an archaeological fieldwork contractor to undertake a programme of archaeological trial trench evaluation, in advance of the proposed West Winch Housing Access Road (WWHAR) scheme, near Kings Lynn in Norfolk. The scheme comprises the construction of a 3.5km-long access road along with the installation of roundabout junctions, access junctions and new over bridges for cyclists/ pedestrians on Rectory Lane and Chequers Lane. The A47 road will be dualled between the WWHAR and Hardwick Interchange Junction which will be modified and reorientated. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e16e1726-2b6c-4583-8841-d2c1d5ba6ad5
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

45112450 - Excavation work at archaeological sites

71351914 - Archaeological services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Apr 2025 - 31 Oct 2025 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
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORFOLK
Postcode
NR1 2DH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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