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Mersey Tunnels Structural Inspections

MERSEYTRAVEL

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03 Feb 2026 at 09:08

Summary of the contracting process

Merseytravel, a sub-central government authority based in Liverpool, has completed the procurement process titled "Mersey Tunnels Structural Inspections," focusing on architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. The procurement targeted the assessment of concrete structures in the Mersey Tunnels, including the Kingsway and Queensway tunnels. The tender process, initiated under UK legal basis 2023/54, followed a limited procurement method, suggesting below-threshold limited competition. The award was made to WSP UK LIMITED on 29 January 2026, with contract activities scheduled between 30 January 2026 and 30 March 2026.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in civil and structural engineering services, particularly those with experience in infrastructure assessments. While WSP UK LIMITED, a large supplier, secured the contract, similar ventures could benefit SMEs seeking involvement in future tenders by developing competitive capabilities in structural inspections and assessments. Collaborations and partnerships with sub-central government authorities such as Merseytravel can pave the way for steady business expansion, particularly for consultancies offering niche engineering expertise. This contract underlines the potential for businesses to expand their portfolios by engaging in public infrastructure projects.

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Notice Title

Mersey Tunnels Structural Inspections

Notice Description

Requirement to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Civil/Structural Engineering Consultant to undertake a detailed and comprehensive condition assessment of the following concrete structures within the Mersey Tunnels estate: Kingsway Tunnel covered approach roads & Queensway Tunnel retaining walls, gantries over-structures and statues.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0614ef
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009259-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£125,242 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jan 2026 - 30 Mar 2026 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
MERSEYTRAVEL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 1BP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Waterfront South
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WSP

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