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title: "A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Dualling scheme =- Weld Inspection & Audit package"
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# A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Dualling scheme =- Weld Inspection & Audit package

Buyer: GALLIFORD TRY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-16f89960-d8cd-461f-aa36-320c6b456924

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## Summary

The A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Dualling scheme, facilitated by Galliford Try, is currently in the tender stage for the Weld Inspection & Audit package, associated with structural steelwork audits and inspections. The procurement, classified under construction structures and materials, is taking place in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tender was published on 10th January 2022, with a deadline for submissions set for 17th January 2022 at 5:00 PM. Services will commence in early February 2022 and are expected to be completed by the end of April 2022. The procurement method is a limited competitive quotation below the threshold.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in structural engineering, inspection services, and welding audits, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Companies with the capability to carry out non-destructive testing, material certification, and ongoing inspection workflows would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this project can foster business growth by establishing a relationship with Galliford Try and gaining experience in significant infrastructure developments.

## Notice

SCOPE TO COMPLETION OF SERVICES AS DESCRIBED BELOW 1. Background Galliford Try Infrastructure need to approach a supplier for the provision of audits and inspections of the structural steelwork consulting services on the A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Duelling Project for Steart Hill Overbridge. The structural steel work will be fabricated off site at the premises of Briton Fabricators. Indicative Program of Works Commence Fabrication of Structural Steel work in early February 20222021, Fabrication period 8 weeks to end March 2022 2. Scope of Services The Services that are required under this Agreement are to: * 1-off Audit of Weld Procedures prior to fabrication. (Senior Inspector) Ongoing weekly inspection to sample Structural Steel Fabrication at Briton Fabrications Works (Registered Office is Watnall Road, Hucknall, Nottingham, NG15 6EP. Exact fabrication location, if different from the above, to be confirmed at a later date) * Ongoing review of Material Certification & Traceability * Ongoing review of Cutting & Drilling * Ongoing Welding Inspections - personnel qualifications, welding sets, welding profiles and surface defects o Witness minimum 1 of each weld type o Witness run off/ run on procedure 1 per each weld type (where relevant) * Ongoing review of Non-Destructive Testing (including calibration of test equipment, qualification of testing personnel) * Ongoing review of any Repair of Non-Conforming Welds and Steel Repairs * Ongoing Dimensional Checks. NOTE: Final overall dimensional checks of the beams should be undertaken by GT Engineering / Surveying Team. Deliverables required are as follows: * Signed sheets as witness to tests and inspections within five working days of each visit; * Reports to identify general attendance and observations within five working days of each visit; * Photographic records, audit reports and close out information within ten working days of each visit Should this package be of interest please contact our Managing QS, Mr Adrian Paddock by 5pm on Wednesday 12th January 2022 who will arrange for the enquiry documentation to be issued. Any enquiries received after this deadline will not be considered or responded to.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f833a896-1475-441c-a205-fd187f6b601c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jan 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2022 - 30 Apr 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1 |
| 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 | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH12 1LB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Drum Brae/Gyle |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 10 Jan 2022 at 11:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f833a896-1475-441c-a205-fd187f6b601c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f833a896-1475-441c-a205-fd187f6b601c
  10th January 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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