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title: "A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Stage 6 Fibre Reinforced Concrete"
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# A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Stage 6 Fibre Reinforced Concrete

Buyer: GALLIFORD TRY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-68701afe-024c-4b0d-990a-db74c2fde115

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## Summary

The A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Stage 6 Fibre Reinforced Concrete tender is being managed by Galliford Try on behalf of Highways England in Somerset. This significant project involves the construction of a 5.6km dual lane carriageway designed to enhance connectivity between Mere and the Podimore Roundabout. Currently, the project is in the planning stage, awaiting approval for the Development Consent Order, which is expected in early Spring 2020. The anticipated start for the Fibre Reinforced Concrete works is set for autumn 2021, with a deadline for tender submissions on 30 April 2020.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those skilled in construction and reinforced-concrete works. Companies involved in managing, supplying labor, and providing materials for large-scale infrastructure projects would be well-suited to participate. Given the scale of the project, larger contractors and specialist subcontractors in the civil engineering domain may find suitable opportunities to expand their portfolio and secure significant contracts.

## 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: FRC Outline Scope of Works The FRC works consist of the management, labour, plant and materials required for Hazelgrove & Steart Hill bridge structures, 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 FRC works will commence in autumn 2021. Timings Deadline for Notifications of Interest 17:30hrs 23rd April 2020 Deadline for tender submission 17:30hrs 30th 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: FRC Outline Scope of Works The FRC works consist of the management, labour, plant and materials required for Hazelgrove & Steart Hill bridge structures, 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 FRC works will commence in autumn 2021. Timings Deadline for Notifications of Interest 17:30hrs 23rd April 2020 Deadline for tender submission 17:30hrs 30th 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/1025414c-630d-4adb-a553-80d4527c7305 |
| 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 | 25 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2021 - 1 Jun 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

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 44114000 - Concrete
- 45262310 - Reinforced-concrete work

## Release History

- 18 Mar 2021 at 10:34 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1025414c-630d-4adb-a553-80d4527c7305
- 16 Apr 2020 at 13:41 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1025414c-630d-4adb-a553-80d4527c7305

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1025414c-630d-4adb-a553-80d4527c7305
  18th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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