Planning

A494 River Dee Bridge Replacement

LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT

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Planning

17 Jan 2025 at 15:23

Summary of the contracting process

The Welsh Government is currently in the planning stage for the A494 River Dee Bridge Replacement project, which involves substantial construction work valued at £130,000,000. The procurement falls under the works category and is essential for improving connectivity between North Wales and North-West England. Organisations interested in the project must submit their responses by midday on 21st February 2025. The project is located in Flintshire, and the principal contractor will be required to provide engineering services and construction project management services. Further information and participation details can be accessed on the Welsh Government's official websites.

This tender offers significant opportunities for construction firms and multi-disciplinary consultancy businesses to contribute to a high-profile infrastructure project crucial for regional traffic. Companies specialising in large-scale construction, engineering, and project management will find this tender a perfect match to showcase their expertise and support regional development. Engaging in this project could lead to future opportunities in public infrastructure works, fostering business growth within the sector.

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Notice Title

A494 River Dee Bridge Replacement

Notice Description

Works required for the replacement of the A494 River Dee Bridge Replacement

Lot Information

Lot 1

The A494 River Dee Bridge provides a vital connection for cross border traffic between north Wales, the north-west of England and beyond, connecting people, communities and businesses. The bridge is in poor structural condition and needs replacing. The Welsh Government (WG) has now shortlisted options to replace the bridge, including identifying a best performing option, and is currently holding a consultation on these options. Details of these options as well as further information as regards the scheme can be found here: https://www.gov.wales/a494-river-dee-bridge-replacement-scheme From a delivery perspective, WG is cognisant that the scheme will require the input of both multi-disciplinary consultants and works contractors. WG is currently in the process of developing its delivery model and contracting model for these inputs and this market engagement exercise is being conducted to help inform their design, as well as the WG's procurement strategy more generally. Additional information: The WG would welcome written submissions/responses to the questions attached to this notice from suitably qualified organisations. Responses should be emailed to A494RiverDeeBridgePorcurement@gov.wales no later than 12:00 (midday) on the 21st of February 2025.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04d459
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001750-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

71300000 - Engineering services

71541000 - Construction project management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£130,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Apr 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Corporate Procurement Service
Contact Email
a494riverdeebridgeporcurement@gov.wales
Contact Phone
+44 3000257095

Buyer Location

Locality
CAERDYDD / CARDIFF
Postcode
CF10 3NQ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Cathays
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

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