--- title: "A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Dualling Ecology" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-29387dd8-1548-4df2-a898-b94fca4f8e10" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-29387dd8-1548-4df2-a898-b94fca4f8e10" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-29387dd8-1548-4df2-a898-b94fca4f8e10.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-29387dd8-1548-4df2-a898-b94fca4f8e10.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "GALLIFORD TRY" published: "2021-03-18" --- # A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Dualling Ecology Buyer: GALLIFORD TRY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-29387dd8-1548-4df2-a898-b94fca4f8e10 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-29387dd8-1548-4df2-a898-b94fca4f8e10) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-29387dd8-1548-4df2-a898-b94fca4f8e10.json) ## Summary The procurement process for the "A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Dualling Ecology" project is being led by Galliford Try as the South West Regional Delivery Partner on behalf of Highways England. This project, classified under the industry category of "Environmental improvement works," is located in Somerset. Currently in the Planning stage, the project is awaiting the approval of the Development Consent Order, which is expected in early Spring 2020. Key dates include the deadlines for Notifications of Interest and tender submissions on 13th April 2020 and 20th April 2020 respectively, with contract work anticipated to commence in April 2021 and conclude by July 2021. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in ecological works, particularly those involved in environmental fencing, wildlife habitat provision (such as bat boxes and badger gates), and general ecological support services. Companies with experience in environmental monitoring and construction should consider applying due to the specific requirements outlined in the project. Engaging with Galliford Try could be an advantageous move for businesses looking to expand their partnerships in the public sector, especially within the context of infrastructure projects requiring substantial ecological considerations. ## Notice NOTIFICATION OF 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: ECOLOGY Outline Scope of Works The ecology works are to provide various environmental fencing, bat boxes, badger gates, hibernaculas and such like in accordance with the scope documents contained and referred to within this enquiry document. This enquiry is not for the ecological consultancy work as these works are being undertaken by our Designer. The ecology works are to be provided in accordance with the scope documents contained and referred to within this enquiry document. The majority of the new A303 dual carriageway sits to the north of the existing A303 however the new and existing carriageways cross at approx. ch3300 & ch3750. Programme It is currently anticipated that the ecology works will commence in autumn 2021. Timings Deadline for Notifications of Interest 17:30hrs 13th April 2020 Deadline for tender submission 17:30hrs 20th April 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 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: ECOLOGY Outline Scope of Works The ecology works are to provide various environmental fencing, bat boxes, badger gates, hibernaculas and such like in accordance with the scope documents contained and referred to within this enquiry document. This enquiry is not for the ecological consultancy work as these works are being undertaken by our Designer. The ecology works are to be provided in accordance with the scope documents contained and referred to within this enquiry document. The majority of the new A303 dual carriageway sits to the north of the existing A303 however the new and existing carriageways cross at approx. ch3300 & ch3750. Programme It is currently anticipated that the ecology works will commence in autumn 2021. Timings Deadline for Notifications of Interest 17:30hrs 13th April 2020 Deadline for tender submission 17:30hrs 20th April 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/9f6237b5-9366-4bb7-88a3-86335900c928 | | 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 | 30 Mar 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2021 - 1 Jul 2021 | | 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 | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 45262640 - Environmental improvement works - 71313450 - Environmental monitoring for construction ## Release History - 18 Mar 2021 at 10:12 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f6237b5-9366-4bb7-88a3-86335900c928 - 9 Apr 2020 at 11:23 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f6237b5-9366-4bb7-88a3-86335900c928 - 7 Apr 2020 at 12:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f6237b5-9366-4bb7-88a3-86335900c928 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f6237b5-9366-4bb7-88a3-86335900c928 18th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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