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title: "A47 Blofield - Directional Drilling"
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current_stage: "Planning"
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# A47 Blofield - Directional Drilling

Buyer: GALLIFORD TRY INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-49689585-f64b-4bd0-b112-4c1d077d2f1b

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "A47 Blofield - Directional Drilling" is currently in the planning stage and is being conducted by Galliford Try Infrastructure Limited in the East of England, United Kingdom. This project involves the construction of a dual carriageway as part of the A47 Blofield to North Burlingham Dualling scheme. Key dates include an engagement end date set for 4th July 2022, with landscaping works expected to start in September 2024. The estimated contract amount for the landscaping package is over £500,000, and the classification falls under the CPV code for construction structures and materials.

This procurement opportunity can foster significant business growth, particularly for companies specialising in landscaping and construction services. Businesses that supply materials, undertake ground preparation, or provide aftercare and maintenance services would be well-suited to engage in this tender. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, emphasising the diverse nature of potential competitors in this project.

## Notice

NOTIFICATION OF SUBCONTRACT PACKAGE A47 Blofield to North Burlingham Dualling Package: Landscaping Galliford Try, as the East Region Delivery Partner are delivering the A47 Blofield to North Burlingham Dualling project in the county of Norfolk on behalf of National Highways. The project will replace the existing single-lane section of the A47 between Blofield and North Burlingham with a new two-lane dual carriageway 70m South of the existing road length and is 5km in length including safety improvements to the existing junctions. The project total cost is estimated to be in the region of PS100million pounds plus. Outline Scope of Works The scope of work includes the supply of materials, plant and labour to execute Landscaping works across the A47 Blofield to North Burlingham Dualling Scheme. The Landscaping package includes: * Ground preparation and cultivation (378,000m2) * Seeding and turfing (357,000m2) * Planting Trees, Shrubs and hedges * Root barrier * Restauration of existing agricultural land and vegetation * Aftercare and maintenance for a period of 3 years The estimate contract amount for this package is expected to be above PS500,000 Programme It is anticipated that the landscaping works will commence during September 2024. Galliford Try Procurement Process To secure work with Galliford Try, a supplier will need to pass the PAS91 onboarding process administered through Builders Profile. Details will be shared with shortlisted Subcontractors. If this package is of interest to your Company, please contact our procurement team by e-mail via the following email address: GTA47BLOSupplier.EOI@4projectsmail.com by the above deadline with your notification of interest and details of your capabilities. Any notifications of interest after the above deadline will not receive a response.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5438544-2a1e-412e-aaff-40c581fc1605 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jun 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 4 Jul 2022 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GALLIFORD TRY INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED |
| 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 | Not specified |

## 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

- 22 Jun 2022 at 15:54 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5438544-2a1e-412e-aaff-40c581fc1605

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5438544-2a1e-412e-aaff-40c581fc1605
  22nd June 2022 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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