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title: "Rigid Inclusion Ground Improvement - Thickthorn"
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buyer: "GALLIFORD TRY INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED"
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# Rigid Inclusion Ground Improvement - Thickthorn

Buyer: GALLIFORD TRY INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5839f109-977d-49b9-b961-e5b361bdc431

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Rigid Inclusion Ground Improvement - Thickthorn" is being conducted by Galliford Try Infrastructure Limited in Norfolk, UK. Currently in the planning stage, this initiative involves early engagement with potential suppliers, with a deadline for notifications of interest set for 16:00 hrs on 29th March 2022. The project aims to enhance traffic flow at the A47 / A11 Thickthorn Interchange by constructing new slip roads and is expected to commence on-site work in early 2023, with an overall project duration of approximately two years. The procurement type is tender, focusing on construction-related activities in the category of "Construction work" as defined by CPV codes.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in construction and ground improvement. Companies specialising in engineering, plant and materials supply, or groundworks would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Participation will require passing the PAS91 onboarding process through Builders Profile, making it essential for interested firms to demonstrate their capabilities. Engaging with Galliford Try could lead to fruitful collaborations, given their established role as a key player in this major infrastructure project.

## Notice

NOTIFICATION OF SUBCONTRACT PACKAGE A47 / A11 Thickthorn Interchange Galliford Try, as the East Region Delivery Partner are delivering the A47 / A11 Thickthorn Interchange project in the county of Norfolk in partnership with Highways England. The project will help relieve congestion at Thickthorn junction by providing two new free-flowing slip roads that will connect the A47 with the A11. The new slip roads will re-route traffic away from the junction and flow it under new underpasses. The project has recently submitted a Development Consent Order to the Planning Inspectorate and the project is forecast to commence on site in early 2023 and will take around 2 years to complete. Package: Rigid Inclusion Ground Improvement Outline Scope of Works The Rigid Inclusion Ground Improvement Package consists of: To provide all necessary supervision, labour, plant and materials required to undertake the process of Contractor design and installation of the ground improvement (rigid inclusions) under the proposed Cantley Lane embankment and the S45 Footbridge western approach embankment. Principal Activities & Approximate Quantities Design 1no Supply, installation, operation and dismantling of plant and equipment for the installation of ground improvement 1no Programme It is currently anticipated that the works will commence in April 2022. Timings Deadline for Notifications of Interest 16:00 hrs on Tuesday 29th March 2022 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 suppliers. If this package is of interest to your company please contact our procurement team by e-mail on Tender.returns@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 be responded to.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b9209605-ac12-4162-884e-7dc620233c10 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 29 Mar 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## 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 Mar 2022 at 15:52 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b9209605-ac12-4162-884e-7dc620233c10
- 22 Mar 2022 at 15:32 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b9209605-ac12-4162-884e-7dc620233c10

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b9209605-ac12-4162-884e-7dc620233c10
  22nd March 2022 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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