Planning

Bridge Maintenance and Operation

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

19 Aug 2025 at 16:24

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

24 May 2025 at 10:27

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process detailed here is led by Norfolk County Council, aimed at handling the Bridge Maintenance and Operation in the port town of Great Yarmouth, UK. It is in the initial planning stage with a market engagement notice released on 19th August 2025, signalling a call for interested contractors to respond by 5th September 2025. The industry categories involved include bridge operating services and maintenance work related to roads and marine equipment. The procurement will commence in early 2026, with contracts starting from 1st March 2026 and lasting until 28th February 2029, with the possibility of extension till 29th February 2032.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities primarily for companies specialising in infrastructure maintenance and operations, particularly those experienced in bridge management. The procurement process anticipates a collaborative effort encompassing various maintenance and operational tasks such as safety barriers, traffic equipment maintenance, and emergency response services. Businesses with expertise in mechanical upgrades, facilities management, and emergency support services for public infrastructure would be well-suited to compete in this opportunity. Such participation can enhance company portfolios and expand networks within the public-authority sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bridge Maintenance and Operation

Notice Description

Norfolk County Council is responsible for the maintenance of the Haven Bridge, and the maintenance and operation of the Herring Bridge, which are both twin-leaf lifting bridges located in the port town of Great Yarmouth. The Haven Bridge is operated by Peel Ports on behalf of Great Yarmouth Port Authority, who have a statutory obligation to operate the bridge for navigation. Haven Bridge was opened in 1930 but underwent a significant mechanical and electrical upgrade between 2021 and 2023. Herring Bridge was opened to traffic in February 2024. Existing contracts expire in February 2026 [Haven Bridge] and January 2027 [Herring Bridge]. The council is currently scoping requirements for the procurement of a replacement contract or contracts. It is anticipated that a single procurement exercise will be undertaken in respect of both bridges. Scope of the contract(s) is expected to include the following, but is subject to amendment as the specification is developed further. In respect of Herring Bridge: 1) Maintenance (planned and reactive) and operation - operation is 24/7/365 from a manned control tower on site 2) Planned and reactive maintenance of road traffic equipment including movable barriers, flashing beacons, audible warnings and CCTV 3) Providing support to the emergency services in case of maritime or road traffic accident, chemical spillage, fire or other incident 4) Soft and hard facilities management [planned and reactive] of the control buildings, control tower and welfare facilities including cleaning, HVAC, and domestic electrical, plumbing and heating systems 5) LOLER and weekly walkover inspection In respect of Haven Bridge: 1)Planned and reactive maintenance, weekly test lifts, lifts where required for maintenance or refurbishment or otherwise at the direction of the highway authority, but not routine operational lifts. 2)Planned and reactive maintenance of road traffic equipment including movable barriers, flashing beacons, audible warnings and CCTV 3) Planned and reactive maintenance of the wooden deck and associated waterproofing systems and running course 4) Providing support to the emergency services in case of maritime or road traffic accident, fire or other incident 5) LOLER and weekly walkover inspection

Planning Information

Interested contractors are invited to provide a response to the market engagement questionnaire that has been made available via the Council's e-procurement system, In-tend. To express an interest and participate in the market engagement applicants must first be registered on the system at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/BuyerProfiles. Once registered you will be able to see the procurement project under the tenders` section and `express an interest` to view the documentation. If you encounter any difficulties whilst using the system you can contact the In-tend support team by phoning +44 8442728810 or e-mailing support@in-tend.co.uk. On accessing In-tend you will find a link to the questionnaire along with documents providing an overview of each structure.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052590
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049964-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

42 - Industrial machinery

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

34928300 - Safety barriers

42961200 - Scada or equivalent system

45221111 - Road bridge construction work

50230000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to roads and other equipment

50240000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to marine and other equipment

63712310 - Bridge operating services

63721000 - Port and waterway operation services and associated services

71631450 - Bridge-inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Aug 20266 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
sourcingteam@norfolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
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
TLH15 Norwich and East Norfolk
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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