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Principal and General Bridge Inspections 2026 - 2031

NOTTINGHAM UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL NHS TRUST

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25 Mar 2026 at 16:53

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Summary of the contracting process

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust has completed the award stage of a procurement process for bridge inspection services, with the contract titled "Principal and General Bridge Inspections 2026 - 2031." This initiative falls under the industry category of Bridge-inspection services and is located in the East Midlands, United Kingdom, specifically at Nottingham City Hospital, Hucknall Road. The contract, procured via Lot 8d of the ESPO 664_25 (Consultancy Services) Framework, necessitates comprehensive bridge inspections to ensure safety and compliance with statutory requirements. The bridge inspections contract commences on 1 April 2026 and concludes on 31 March 2032, with WATERMAN INFRASTRUCTURE & ENVIRONMENT LIMITED named as the supplier on this project, which has an estimated value of £25,000.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in infrastructure inspections and health and safety services to expand their portfolio, particularly those qualifying as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Given the selective procurement method involving a call-off from a framework agreement, businesses adept at providing safety-critical evaluations and possessing expertise in structural integrity assessments are well-suited for such contracts. Engaging in such projects allows for diversification of service offerings and strengthens relationships with prominent entities in healthcare and public infrastructure sectors, fostering long-term business growth and stability.

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Notice Title

Principal and General Bridge Inspections 2026 - 2031

Notice Description

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (The Customer) requires a Supplier for provision of bridge inspections including, but not limited to, principal and general inspections. Bridge inspections are systematic, legally mandated, and safety-critical evaluations of bridge structures to identify defects, monitor deterioration (such as corrosion or cracks), and assess structural integrity. For example, if a problem in a bridge is not detected early, it could eventually lead to a catastrophic incident, such as a bridge failure or a complete collapse of the bridge, resulting in serious injury or even death. The prime focus of all bridge inspection is public safety and prolonging economic life of structure. The assessment includes an assessment of the load carrying capacity of all bridges which is required to determine if fire services can use bridges in an emergency, for example. The purpose of the contract is to assess the load carrying capability of bridges at the Customer's Premises and Locations to enable it to satisfy relevant statutory requirement. The objective is to ensure its bridges are safe for use by the Customer's staff, patients and members of the public. Principal inspections are required every 6 years. This level of inspection requires a close examination (within touching distance) of all necessary parts of structure, including access equipment and non-destructible testing. The scope of the contract may increase to include bridges at additional Premises and Locations throughout the Term. The contract has been procured via Lot 8d (Health and Safety) of the ESPO 664_25 (Consultancy Services) Framework: https://www.espo.org/consultancy-services-664-25.html

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f18e402-ae72-466f-b935-9844eb3c7618
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71631450 - Bridge-inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2032 Over 5 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
NOTTINGHAM UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG5 1PB
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Sherwood
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WATERMAN INFRASTRUCTURE & ENVIRONMENT

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