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A38/A4019 junction improvements at Coombe Hill retender May 2025

GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Gloucestershire County Council is inviting tenders for the A38/A4019 junction improvements at Coombe Hill, a significant infrastructure project aimed at enhancing the transportation network west of M5 Junction 10. This project, part of the M5 Junction 10 Portfolio, is being funded through the Housing Infrastructure Fund from Homes England. The council seeks a Principal Contractor for the construction phase which involves extensive works like utility diversions, road widening, and the installation of new traffic signals. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, and the process utilises a single-stage open competition under the NEC4 ECC, Option A Priced Contract with Activity Schedule. The tender period is set to close on 26th June 2025, with inquiries permissible until 16th June 2025. The project is categorised under construction works for highways, and it is located in the Gloucestershire region (UKK13).

This procurement presents various business growth opportunities, especially for contractors experienced in infrastructure projects and roadworks. Given its open procurement method, businesses of all sizes, particularly those with expertise in construction and road improvement works, are encouraged to apply. The contract value, estimated at £3.75 million net (£4.5 million gross), and the focus on quality and social value in the award criteria provide ample scope for competitive bidding. SMEs are particularly encouraged to participate, as the project is tagged as suitable for small and medium enterprises. The contract period is expected to span from 1st September 2025 to 22nd May 2026, offering a substantial engagement period for successful bidders to enhance their portfolio and credentials in government infrastructure projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

A38/A4019 junction improvements at Coombe Hill retender May 2025

Notice Description

The A38/A4019 junction improvements works are located at the junction of the A38 with the A4019 west of M5 Junction 10 at Coombe Hill. This scheme is part of the M5 Junction 10 Portfolio which Gloucestershire County Council (GCC) obtained Housing Infrastructure funds for from Homes England. The Scheme comprises improvements to the existing junction of the A38 and A4019 at Coombe Hill, consisting of the replacement of the existing left turn lane from the A38 onto the A4019 with a longer signal controlled left turn lane, and improved facilities for pedestrians and cyclists. GCC are looking for a Principal Contractor to deliver the construction phase of this scheme. Summary of Construction Phase key deliverables are as follows: - the diversion of existing utilities affected by the Scheme; - widening the existing carriageway to accommodate longer turning lanes; - constructing new traffic islands; - widening the existing footways to provide unsegregated shared use path for pedestrians/cyclists and constructing a new segregated footway/cycleway; - installing new traffic signals (including controller) and vehicle/non-motorised user traffic counter sensors; - installing new lighting columns; - overlaying the existing carriageways and resurfacing the existing footways; - installing new road markings and traffic signs; - construction of an attenuation basin to the south of the A4019 within an agricultural field. A new field access point into the field will also be created; and - Landscape planting The proposed procurement route will be a single stage tender process, using the NEC4 ECC form of Contract, Option A Priced Contract with Activity Schedule.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052215
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026421-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45233000 - Construction, foundation and surface works for highways, roads

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,750,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,750,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 22 May 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
cdpactivitylog@gloucestershire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GLOUCESTER
Postcode
GL1 2TG
Post Town
Gloucester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK73 Gloucestershire CC
Delivery Location
TLK13 Gloucestershire CC
Local Authority
Gloucester
Electoral Ward
Westgate
Westminster Constituency
Gloucester

Further Information

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