--- title: "A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Stage 6 Motorway Communications" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-46654de6-b923-478a-8553-abd01e29a2bd" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-46654de6-b923-478a-8553-abd01e29a2bd" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-46654de6-b923-478a-8553-abd01e29a2bd.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-46654de6-b923-478a-8553-abd01e29a2bd.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "GALLIFORD TRY" published: "2021-03-18" --- # A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Stage 6 Motorway Communications Buyer: GALLIFORD TRY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-46654de6-b923-478a-8553-abd01e29a2bd [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-46654de6-b923-478a-8553-abd01e29a2bd) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-46654de6-b923-478a-8553-abd01e29a2bd.json) ## Summary The A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Stage 6 Motorway Communications project, initiated by Galliford Try, the South West Regional Delivery Partner for Highways England, aims to enhance transportation infrastructure in Somerset. This procurement process focuses on the design and construction of a 5.6 km dual carriageway, facilitating a continuous route between Mere and the Podimore Roundabout. Currently in the tender stage, this active project is set to commence construction in early 2022, following the anticipated approval of the Development Consent Order. The deadline for tender submissions is 17:30 on 6th April 2020. This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the construction and communications sectors, particularly those specialising in motorway construction and technology assets installation. Companies with capabilities in supply and installation, ductwork, and associated connections, as well as those experienced in large-scale infrastructure projects, would be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this procurement could lead to substantial collaborations and growth within the ever-expanding infrastructure market. ## 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: MOTORWAY COMMS Outline Scope of Works The Motorway Comms consist of the supply and installation of the "Technology Assets" including associated ducting, chambers and connections. 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 Motorway Comms works will commence in early 2022. Timings Deadline for Notifications of Interest 17:30hrs Monday 30th March 2020 Deadline for tender submission 17:30hrs Monday 6th 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: MOTORWAY COMMS Outline Scope of Works The Motorway Comms consist of the supply and installation of the "Technology Assets" including associated ducting, chambers and connections. 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 Motorway Comms works will commence in early 2022. Timings Deadline for Notifications of Interest 17:30hrs Monday 30th March 2020 Deadline for tender submission 17:30hrs Monday 6th 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/3df7a1c6-72ad-4dab-b3a2-43d5d72a32d0 | | 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 | 17 Mar 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Feb 2022 - 1 Aug 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 | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 32571000 - Communications infrastructure - 45233110 - Motorway construction works ## Release History - 18 Mar 2021 at 10:18 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3df7a1c6-72ad-4dab-b3a2-43d5d72a32d0 - 4 Mar 2021 at 09:41 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3df7a1c6-72ad-4dab-b3a2-43d5d72a32d0 - 25 Mar 2020 at 11:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3df7a1c6-72ad-4dab-b3a2-43d5d72a32d0 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3df7a1c6-72ad-4dab-b3a2-43d5d72a32d0 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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