Tender

General Bridge Painting March 2026

VIA EAST MIDLANDS LIMITED

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Tender

16 Apr 2026 at 10:49

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process for the "General Bridge Painting March 2026" project initiated by VIA EAST MIDLANDS LIMITED offers a procurement opportunity in the works category, specifically focusing on the painting of bridges and retaining walls. The project is set in various districts within Nottinghamshire, including Newark and Ashfield, and aims to repaint numerous bridges and structures. As an active tender, the procurement method is open competition below the threshold, allowing inclusive participation from interested parties. The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase with submission deadlines set for 11 May 2026, while enquiries on the tender can be made until 6 May 2026, providing ample time for potential bidders to engage effectively with the process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs well-equipped for painting work of structures, aligning with CPV code 45442121. VIA EAST MIDLANDS LIMITED, under the ownership of Nottinghamshire County Council, holds a strong reputation within the engineering services sector and offers an attractive opportunity for those in the industry. With a focus on quality and price equally (50% each), businesses with expertise in delivering cost-effective and high-quality engineering solutions stand a favourable chance to compete. The contract period extends from 1 June 2026 to 30 September 2026, thereby allowing businesses to plan for resource allocation and project execution over the summer months effectively. This project not only supports local infrastructure enhancement but also allows reinvestment into frontline services, contributing to a sustainable community impact.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

General Bridge Painting March 2026

Notice Description

The works shall consist of the preparation and repainting of 24 No. bridges and retaining walls consisting of parapets, decks, beams, corrugated steel arches, and approach railings in the district of Bassetlaw (2 No. in Newark, 2 No. in Ashfield district) in Nottinghamshire. Via East Midlands (Via) strives to be the partner of choice for engineering services in the East Midlands. Via provides sustainable highways and fleet management services for Nottinghamshire and across the wider East Midlands region. Established in 2016, we have developed an excellent reputation within the industry, delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions, time and time again. Via is wholly owned by Nottinghamshire County Council and carries out a range of highways and fleet management services on behalf of the council. Via also offers a broad range of services to commercial clients throughout the East Midlands region and beyond, throughout the highways and engineering sectors. Profits generated from this work get reinvested into front-line services in the county. Anticipated Bridge works: Various sites as per the scope. All requirements regarding works are within the scope documents found in the draft NEC ECSS document.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0683fd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034605-2026
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45442121 - Painting work of structures

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£130,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£130,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 May 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 1-6 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
VIA EAST MIDLANDS LIMITED
Contact Name
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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

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Notice Documents

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