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title: "Reinforced Earth SubContract Enquiry for A303 Sparkford to Ilchester"
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# Reinforced Earth SubContract Enquiry for A303 Sparkford to Ilchester

Buyer: GALLIFORD TRY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0c7e5760-67ba-4cc0-9dec-4331aca74bf4

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to the "Reinforced Earth SubContract Enquiry for A303 Sparkford to Ilchester," managed by Galliford Try, acting as the South West Regional Delivery Partner for Highways England. This project, located in Somerset, involves the construction of a 5.6 km dual carriageway and is currently at the tender stage, with a submission deadline of 18th March 2020. The anticipated construction works are expected to commence in late summer 2020 and span approximately two years, culminating around May 2022.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in civil engineering and construction, particularly those that can supply reinforced soil components and concrete face panels. Companies that specialise in providing materials for bridge construction and those with experience in similar highway projects will find this tender highly relevant. Interested suppliers should demonstrate their capacity to collaborate with design teams and adhere to stringent project timelines to maximise their chances of success.

## Notice

NOTIFICATION OF REINFORCED EARTH SUBCONTRACT PACKAGE A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Galliford Try, as the South West Regional Delivery Partner are delivering the A303 Sparkford to Ilchester dualling project in the county of Somerset on behalf of Highways England. The project involves the design and construction of 5.6km of new dual lane all-purpose carriageway, connecting the existing dual carriageway at the Sparkford and Podimore Bypasses, therefore creating a continuous dual carriageway between Mere and the Podimore Roundabout. The project is currently awaiting the approval of the Development Consent Order from the Secretary of State for Transport and this is expected to be given in early Spring 2020. Subject to receiving approval, the project is forecast to commence on site in late summer 2020 and will take around 2 years to complete. Package: Reinforced Earth Design & Supply We are seeking to procure a supplier to support the design process alongside our designer Sweco and supply the reinforced soil components and concrete face panels. Outline Scope of Works The project involves the construction of two bridges which are both to be constructed with reinforced soil abutments and wingwalls with concrete facing panels. Hazelgrove Bridge - single span bridge carrying the new A303 dual carriageway over a new single carriageway link road Steat Hill Bridge - single span bridge carrying a link road over the new A303 dual carriageway Programme Design works is ongoing on the project and we are seeking to complete the design to both bridges in Spring 2020. Construction works on both bridges will commence in late summer/autumn 2020 with completion in Spring 2021. Timings Deadline for Notifications of Interest 17:30hrs Wednesday 12th March 2020 Deadline for tender submission 17:30hrs Wednesday 18th March 2020 If this package is of interest to your company please contact the Managing QS [Adrian Paddock] by e-mail on adrian.paddock@gallifordtry.co.uk, by the above deadline for notifications of interest and a link to the subcontract enquiry documentation can be issued. Additional information: NOTIFICATION OF REINFORCED EARTH SUBCONTRACT PACKAGE A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Galliford Try, as the South West Regional Delivery Partner are delivering the A303 Sparkford to Ilchester dualling project in the county of Somerset on behalf of Highways England. The project involves the design and construction of 5.6km of new dual lane all-purpose carriageway, connecting the existing dual carriageway at the Sparkford and Podimore Bypasses, therefore creating a continuous dual carriageway between Mere and the Podimore Roundabout. The project is currently awaiting the approval of the Development Consent Order from the Secretary of State for Transport and this is expected to be given in early Spring 2020. Subject to receiving approval, the project is forecast to commence on site in late summer 2020 and will take around 2 years to complete. Package: Reinforced Earth Design & Supply We are seeking to procure a supplier to support the design process alongside our designer Sweco and supply the reinforced soil components and concrete face panels. Outline Scope of Works The project involves the construction of two bridges which are both to be constructed with reinforced soil abutments and wingwalls with concrete facing panels. Hazelgrove Bridge - single span bridge carrying the new A303 dual carriageway over a new single carriageway link road Steat Hill Bridge - single span bridge carrying a link road over the new A303 dual carriageway Programme Design works is ongoing on the project and we are seeking to complete the design to both bridges in Spring 2020. Construction works on both bridges will commence in late summer/autumn 2020 with completion in Spring 2021. Timings Deadline for Notifications of Interest 17:30hrs Wednesday 12th March 2020 Deadline for tender submission 17:30hrs Wednesday 18th March 2020 If this package is of interest to your company please contact the Managing QS [Adrian Paddock] by e-mail on adrian.paddock@gallifordtry.co.uk, by the above deadline for notifications of interest and a link to the subcontract enquiry documentation can be issued.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62edba2a-20ba-4273-b48c-1e6684b2c77a |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2021 - 1 May 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GALLIFORD TRY |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 4DJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45262620 - Supporting walls

## Release History

- 18 Mar 2021 at 10:35 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62edba2a-20ba-4273-b48c-1e6684b2c77a
- 5 Mar 2020 at 15:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62edba2a-20ba-4273-b48c-1e6684b2c77a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62edba2a-20ba-4273-b48c-1e6684b2c77a
  18th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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