--- title: "WP201 Builders Merchant" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-6138fa18-3054-4582-b51c-5a69f582b4ab" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6138fa18-3054-4582-b51c-5a69f582b4ab" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6138fa18-3054-4582-b51c-5a69f582b4ab.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6138fa18-3054-4582-b51c-5a69f582b4ab.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED" published: "2021-11-24" --- # WP201 Builders Merchant Buyer: BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6138fa18-3054-4582-b51c-5a69f582b4ab [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6138fa18-3054-4582-b51c-5a69f582b4ab) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6138fa18-3054-4582-b51c-5a69f582b4ab.json) ## Summary The procurement process titled "WP201 Builders Merchant" is being conducted by BIP Solutions Limited, aiming to source building materials for civil engineering projects associated with HS2 in London, United Kingdom. This open tender, which falls under the services category with a focus on building materials, will be open until 3rd December 2021. The selected suppliers will be invited to participate in a competitive tender process based on a balanced scorecard evaluation, which will assess both quantitative and qualitative submissions. This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) operating in the construction supply sector, particularly those specialising in materials such as timber, sand, cement, and drainage products. Companies with experience in supplying materials for major infrastructure projects and a strong track record of quality and service delivery will be well-suited to compete in this process. The involvement of established joint venture firms like Skanska and Costain further underscores the potential for collaborative ventures, enabling newer suppliers to enhance their capabilities through partnerships. ## Notice The provision materials from the Builders Merchants (WP201) from time to time as and when requested through the Plant & Materials requisition process. Typical items included within Builders Merchants are as follows: Timber Sand, Cement etc.. Geotextiles materials Drainage material Etc Following responses to this CompeteFor advert, suppliers will be shortlisted and successful suppliers will be invited to a competitive tender for the framework of works and services whereby final selection will be based upon a balanced scorecard assessment. The criteria of this assessment will consider quantitative and qualitative evidence supplied by tenderer's. We are an unincorporated joint venture between Skanska, Costain and Strabag working on HS2 main works civil engineering contract, currently in the early contractor involvement stage for Section 1 and Section 2 of the planned HS2 route. Not only have the individual companies delivered high speed rail, major infrastructure and some of the most iconic structures internationally, the joint venture also has a proven record of working together. Skanska and Costain have a long history of successfully delivering civil engineering projects together in the UK, dating back 30 years. In joint venture they have delivered many major infrastructure projects, including the M25 in the 1980s, High Speed 1 in the early 2000s and the current Crossrail endeavor coming to completion under the streets of London in 2018. STRABAG and Skanska have worked together for over 15 years on European projects in Switzerland, Slovakia and Norway. As a joint venture, we are bringing together our collective strength to deliver world-class engineering, contributing to the long term economic growth of local and international markets. This is perfectly encapsulated in our mission; to draw everyone together to create a strong foundation from which to launch a transformative legacy. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a42b1e4-dae3-4012-9c13-cb9548fe902f | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | 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 | 24 Nov 2021 | | Submission deadline | 3 Dec 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 7 Aug 2022 - 13 Apr 2026 | | 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 | BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Central London | | Postcode | WC1B 4DA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI36 Camden | | Local authority | Camden | | Electoral ward | Bloomsbury | | Westminster constituency | Holborn and St Pancras | | Delivery location | TLI London | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) ### Codes - 44111000 - Building materials ## Release History - 24 Nov 2021 at 13:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a42b1e4-dae3-4012-9c13-cb9548fe902f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a42b1e4-dae3-4012-9c13-cb9548fe902f 24th November 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.competefor.com/business/viewOpportunityDetailsSupplier.html?id=59252843 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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