--- title: "A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Stage 6 Trenchless Crossings" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4cd32315-d0c7-4664-8578-e6774be2b494" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4cd32315-d0c7-4664-8578-e6774be2b494" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4cd32315-d0c7-4664-8578-e6774be2b494.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4cd32315-d0c7-4664-8578-e6774be2b494.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "GALLIFORD TRY" published: "2021-03-18" --- # A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Stage 6 Trenchless Crossings Buyer: GALLIFORD TRY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4cd32315-d0c7-4664-8578-e6774be2b494 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4cd32315-d0c7-4664-8578-e6774be2b494) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4cd32315-d0c7-4664-8578-e6774be2b494.json) ## Summary The public procurement process for the A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Stage 6 Trenchless Crossings is being led by Galliford Try, acting as the South West Regional Delivery Partner on behalf of Highways England. This project, categorised under construction works for highways and roads, is located in Somerset, United Kingdom. Currently, the procurement stage is at the Tender phase, with a deadline for submissions set for 28th May 2020. The contract period is anticipated to commence on 1st November 2021 and conclude by 1st February 2022, pending the approval of necessary permits from the Secretary of State, expected in Spring 2020. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction works, particularly those experienced with trenchless technology and related civil engineering tasks. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that provide expertise in road construction and infrastructure development are well-suited to compete for this project, especially given its emphasis on subcontract packages. Engaging with the managing QS, Adrian Paddock, may offer additional insights into the scope and expected deliverables. ## 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: TRENCHLESS CROSSINGS Outline Scope of Works The trenchless crossing works consist of supervision, labour, plant and materials required to undertake the trenchless road crossing works all in accordance with the scope document 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 trenchless crossing works will commence in late 2021. Timings Deadline for Notifications of Interest 17:30hrs 21st May 2020 Deadline for tender submission 17:30hrs 28th May 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: TRENCHLESS CROSSINGS Outline Scope of Works The trenchless crossing works consist of supervision, labour, plant and materials required to undertake the trenchless road crossing works all in accordance with the scope document 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 trenchless crossing works will commence in late 2021. Timings Deadline for Notifications of Interest 17:30hrs 21st May 2020 Deadline for tender submission 17:30hrs 28th May 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/f42c0177-64c6-4355-a16b-1fc1e8eca07f | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Mar 2021 | | Submission deadline | 29 May 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Nov 2021 - 1 Feb 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 - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45230000 - Construction work for pipelines, communication and power lines, for highways, roads, airfields and railways; flatwork ## Release History - 18 Mar 2021 at 10:30 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f42c0177-64c6-4355-a16b-1fc1e8eca07f - 14 May 2020 at 16:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f42c0177-64c6-4355-a16b-1fc1e8eca07f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f42c0177-64c6-4355-a16b-1fc1e8eca07f 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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