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Invitation to Tender for the Refurbishment of the Higher Woodhill Viaduct

METROPOLITAN BOROUGH OF BURY

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25 Sep 2025 at 10:51

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04 Jul 2025 at 10:36

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25 Apr 2025 at 07:46

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24 Apr 2025 at 20:41

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the refurbishment of the Higher Woodhill Viaduct has been orchestrated by the Metropolitan Borough of Bury. Located in Bury, UK, the project falls under the construction industry category and involves substantial works to sustain the East Lancashire Railway infrastructure over the River Irwell. The process has progressed to the contract award stage, concluding with COATING SERVICES LIMITED as the chosen supplier. The open competition procurement method was utilised, signifying a transparent and competitive tendering process. This contract was active from 18th July 2025 and is set to end on 31st December 2025. A budget allocation of £1,100,000 (GBP) was established for this refurbishment, delivering works primarily in the UKD3 region.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those experienced in construction and infrastructure projects. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) may find opportunities in such tenders due to the structured division into lots, which often favours scalable project delivery. Businesses well-versed in undertaking comprehensive refurbishment projects will be suited to similar tenders, especially if they excel in delivering quality and cost-efficiency under an open competition framework. Participation in processes executed by public authorities, like the Metropolitan borough of Bury, can also provide favourable exposure and credibility in the public procurement landscape.

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Notice Title

Invitation to Tender for the Refurbishment of the Higher Woodhill Viaduct

Notice Description

Higher Woodhill Viaduct carries the East Lancashire Railway over the River Irwell and runs north to south. The structure consists of seven spans. - The outer two spans to the north and two to the south are masonry arches - The three central spans (spans 3, 4 & 5) each comprise 4 No. riveted plate girders spanning between masonry piers. Spans 3, 4 and 5 steel spans are approximately 13.5m with the piers set at a skew of 26 degrees. Span 3 of the bridge is over recreational ground, whilst spans 4 & 5 are over the River Irwell. A number of elements of the structure have been identified as being in poor condition and requiring remedial works. As such, a refurbishment scheme is to be undertaken to extend the serviceable life of the viaduct.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The refurbishment scheme is to spans 3, 4 & 5 mainly. If time and budget allow, ELLRC reserves the right to ask for prices to complete further minor works to the other spans in accordance with variation conditions of the Contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050746
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059614-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£1,100,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£1,100,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
17 Jul 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
METROPOLITAN BOROUGH OF BURY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
corporateprocurement@bury.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BURY
Postcode
BL9 0SW
Post Town
Bolton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD37 Greater Manchester North East
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Bury
Electoral Ward
Bury East
Westminster Constituency
Bury North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COATING SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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