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Award

24 Jun 2026 at 10:15

Award

02 Jun 2026 at 12:38

Tender

16 Apr 2026 at 10:38

Summary of the contracting process

VIA EAST MIDLANDS LIMITED, acting as the procuring entity, has completed an open tender process for the "Fulwood Bridge Painting" project, which involved the preparation and repainting works on Fulwood Bridge located on the A38 in Sutton in Ashfield, Nottingham. The main procurement category for this tender was classified under works, specifically focusing on the painting of structural elements. The tender reached completion on 22nd June 2026, with the contract period extending to 30th September 2026. The awarded supplier was Alfred Bagnall & Sons (East Midlands) Limited, and the contract value amounted to approximately £99,970 excluding VAT, reflecting an open competition held below the procurement threshold.

This project presented significant opportunities for businesses specialising in structural painting, particularly those equipped to undertake challenging projects involving sizeable structures like bridges. The contract was aimed at SMEs, favouring a mix of quality and competitive pricing, which is appealing to smaller or medium-sized enterprises seeking to expand their portfolio within the construction and maintenance sectors. Such contracts can not only enhance reputation but also offer practical experience in infrastructure projects, potentially leading to future opportunities in similar public works.

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Notice Title

Fulwood Bridge Painting

Notice Description

The works shall consist of the preparation and repainting of Fulwood Bridge on the A38 in Sutton in Ashfield, Nottingham. The bridge is a twin deck structure with the section to be painted being the three span steel lattice girder bridge on the north side. Spans to the bridge consist of two side spans measuring 13.3m and a central span of 17.1m. 4x no. lattice girders present connected via cross bracing and supporting a steel trough deck which also requires painting. Lattice girders supported on blue brick piers and abutments. Height of piers to the lattice girders is up to 6.2m

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0683f4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059305-2026
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45442121 - Painting work of structures

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£99,970 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 2026Today
Submission Deadline
11 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
21 Jun 2026 - 30 Sep 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
VIA EAST MIDLANDS LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BILSTHORPE
Postcode
NG22 8ST
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF15 North Nottinghamshire
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
Newark and Sherwood
Electoral Ward
Bilsthorpe
Westminster Constituency
Sherwood Forest

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALFRED BAGNALL & SONS (EAST MIDLANDS

Further Information

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