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Tender

31 Jul 2026 at 13:39

Summary of the contracting process

Merseytravel, the buyer organisation, has initiated a tender for an engineering contractor to engage in early contractor involvement (ECI) and remedial works across the Mersey Tunnels Estate's ventilation stations. This public procurement process, under competitive flexible procedure, is focused on the construction industry, specifically targeting architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. Interested suppliers must submit expressions of interest by 25 August 2026, and the enquiry period concludes on 14 August 2026. The tendering process is being conducted electronically, with essential documentation accessible through The Chest portal. The procurement, valued at £15 million net, is set to commence the contract period on 14 December 2026, continuing through to 14 August 2028, with potential extensions of up to 12 months. It's worth noting that the procurement process is currently in the tender stage, and the buying organisation is located at 1 Mann Island, Liverpool, United Kingdom.

This tender opportunity is strategically structured to facilitate business growth, particularly for firms specialising in construction, engineering, and architectural services. The two-stage contract offers prospects for firms versed in early contractor involvement and the construction phase. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the process includes a Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PSQ) stage to shortlist up to five suppliers who will be invited to tender. The process comprises quality (60%), social value (10%), and price (30%) criteria, creating a balanced opportunity for well-rounded businesses to secure a role in this public sector project. Engaging in this tender allows companies to enhance their portfolio by contributing to essential infrastructure works, driving their market presence in Merseyside and beyond.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Engineering Contractor for ECI and remedial works Ventilation Stations across the Mersey Tunnels Estate

Notice Description

The purpose of this commission is to appoint a Contractor under an early contractor involvement ("ECI") period, to carry out the detailed design of the remedial works identified within the Building Fabric Condition Survey Reports for the eight (8) ventilation stations across the Kingsway and Queensway Tunnel estate. The proposed contract is a 2 (two) stage contract as detailed in the tender documents: * Stage One - ECI /design development * Stage Two - Construction Phase (Remedial Works). N.B. This stage is dependent on the Authority accepting the proposed construction costs developed during the ECI period and the Contractor agreeing to undertake the Works in accordance with the project deadlines set out in the tender documents.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d8fe
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072778-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£15,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Dec 2026 - 14 Aug 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MERSEYTRAVEL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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
TLD7 Merseyside

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Waterfront South
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Further Information

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