--- title: "A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Reinforced Earth Installation" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-49ef9e2f-7709-4648-aa1e-ef5707490055" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-49ef9e2f-7709-4648-aa1e-ef5707490055" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-49ef9e2f-7709-4648-aa1e-ef5707490055.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-49ef9e2f-7709-4648-aa1e-ef5707490055.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "GALLIFORD TRY" published: "2021-03-18" --- # A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Reinforced Earth Installation Buyer: GALLIFORD TRY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-49ef9e2f-7709-4648-aa1e-ef5707490055 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-49ef9e2f-7709-4648-aa1e-ef5707490055) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-49ef9e2f-7709-4648-aa1e-ef5707490055.json) ## Summary The A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Reinforced Earth Installation project, managed by Galliford Try on behalf of Highways England, is currently in the tender stage, with a deadline for submission on 10th April 2020. This major infrastructure initiative involves the design and construction of a 5.6 km dual carriageway in Somerset, aimed at creating a continuous road connection between Mere and the Podimore Roundabout. The project is awaiting approval for the Development Consent Order, expected in early Spring 2020, with an on-site commencement forecast for late summer 2020 and an estimated completion timeline of two years. Interested parties must submit their notifications of interest by 3rd April 2020 to engage further. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in earthmoving, reinforced-concrete structures, and bridge construction. Companies with experience in managing subcontract packages for installation works will find this project particularly relevant. The open procurement method invites various contractors to participate, making it an excellent chance for firms aiming to expand their portfolio within the public works sector in the South West region of the United Kingdom. ## 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: REINFORCED EARTH WALL INSTALLATION We are seeking to let a subcontract package to install 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 It is currently anticipated that the Reinforced Earth installation works will commence early 2021. Timings Deadline for Notifications of Interest 17:30hrs 3rd April 2020 Deadline for tender submission 17:30hrs 10th 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: REINFORCED EARTH WALL INSTALLATION We are seeking to let a subcontract package to install 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 It is currently anticipated that the Reinforced Earth installation works will commence early 2021. Timings Deadline for Notifications of Interest 17:30hrs 3rd April 2020 Deadline for tender submission 17:30hrs 10th 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/96262ca0-385b-44af-aec6-b30deee2a626 | | 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 - 31 Mar 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 - 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 43200000 - Earthmoving and excavating machinery, and associated parts - 45223500 - Reinforced-concrete structures - 45262310 - Reinforced-concrete work ## Release History - 18 Mar 2021 at 11:45 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96262ca0-385b-44af-aec6-b30deee2a626 - 30 Mar 2020 at 15:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96262ca0-385b-44af-aec6-b30deee2a626 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96262ca0-385b-44af-aec6-b30deee2a626 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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