Planning

Somer Valley Links

BATH & NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL

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Planning

26 May 2026 at 14:27

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Bath & North East Somerset Council, focuses on the "Somer Valley Links" project. This involves construction work aimed at enhancing travel routes between Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Westfield, and Bath as well as connections to Bristol. The project is part of the West of England Combined Authority's CRSTS programme, funded by the Department for Transport, and is categorised under the "works" industry. Planned to commence in May 2027 and conclude by May 2028, the procurement is currently in the planning stage with a future notice anticipated by 1st October 2026. Located in the UKK12 region, this strategic corridor project consists of four sub-projects with procurement routes yet to be determined.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in construction and development projects, particularly those specialising in transport infrastructure. Companies with expertise in highways, bus service enhancements, and pedestrian and cycling infrastructure may find this project particularly aligned with their capabilities. By contributing to a scheme that improves regional connectivity, participating businesses can leverage this tender not only to secure immediate project work but also to enhance their portfolio with government-funded initiatives, thereby facilitating long-term growth and fostering strong relationships within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Somer Valley Links

Notice Description

Design, development approach and works (incl. Highways) Somer Valley Links is a Strategic corridor project within the West of England Combined Authority (the CA) CRSTS programme, funded by the DfT. It aims to improve travel between Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Westfield and Bath via the A367 and Bristol via the A37; and the A362 link road between them, through better bus services and enabling more walking and cycling. The scheme has been broken into 4 projects (1a, 1B, Bear Flats and Wellsway.). Procurement routes and dates are currently unknown, any dates provided here are estimates only.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a3fb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048929-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Oct 20264 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2027 - 1 May 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BATH & NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BATH
Postcode
BA1 5AW
Post Town
Bath
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK12 Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire

Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Kingsmead
Westminster Constituency
Bath

Further Information

Notice Documents

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