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# A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Drainage

Buyer: GALLIFORD TRY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6ee3f7b8-9a8d-4603-bfd6-ab6184ba08db

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## Summary

The A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Drainage project is being managed by Galliford Try, acting as the South West Regional Delivery Partner for Highways England. This procurement process is classified under public works and is currently in the tender stage, with key deadlines approaching. Interested parties must submit their quotations for the drainage subcontract package by 17:30 on Monday, 6th April 2020, following a notification of interest by 17:30 on Tuesday, 24th March 2020. The project, located in Somerset, aims to enhance a 5.6km dual lane carriageway and is projected to begin construction in late summer 2020 upon approval of the necessary Development Consent Order, spanning until July 2022.

This tender offers significant opportunities for construction firms, particularly those specialising in drainage and civil engineering, to engage in extensive roadway infrastructure development. Businesses equipped to provide drainage solutions, including construction materials and workforce logistics, would be ideally positioned to compete for this project. The offering includes options for quoting either on a comprehensive basis including materials or just for labour and plant, thereby opening avenues for both larger contractors and subcontractors to participate. Firms are encouraged to reach out to the project contact, Adrian Paddock, for further details on engagement and documentation.

## Notice

NOTIFICATION OF DRAINAGE 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: Drainage Outline Scope of Works The drainage works involve the construction of new surface water drainage with associated manholes and v-ditches. This new drainage system will be tied into the existing system and/or discharge into new attenuation ponds. A Bill of Quantities is provided along with layout drawings. 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. Please could you provide your quotation for the drainage works as per the attached enquiry documentation on the following basis: Option 1 - Labour, Plant and all Material basis. Option 2 - Labour & Plant [inc. all temporary materials] only basis Programme It is currently anticipated that the drainage works will commence around Spring 2021. Timings Deadline for Notifications of Interest 17:30hrs Tuesday 24th March 2020 Deadline for tender submission 17:30hrs Monday 6th 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 DRAINAGE 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: Drainage Outline Scope of Works The drainage works involve the construction of new surface water drainage with associated manholes and v-ditches. This new drainage system will be tied into the existing system and/or discharge into new attenuation ponds. A Bill of Quantities is provided along with layout drawings. 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. Please could you provide your quotation for the drainage works as per the attached enquiry documentation on the following basis: Option 1 - Labour, Plant and all Material basis. Option 2 - Labour & Plant [inc. all temporary materials] only basis Programme It is currently anticipated that the drainage works will commence around Spring 2021. Timings Deadline for Notifications of Interest 17:30hrs Tuesday 24th March 2020 Deadline for tender submission 17:30hrs Monday 6th 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/dd7aea26-4cae-49e5-85d9-7f0a20e49fc0 |
| 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 | 18 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2021 - 1 Jul 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
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 44163110 - Drainage pipes
- 45111240 - Ground-drainage work
- 45232451 - Drainage and surface works
- 45232452 - Drainage works
- 45233130 - Construction work for highways
- 90733800 - Groundwater pollution drainage services

## Release History

- 18 Mar 2021 at 10:28 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd7aea26-4cae-49e5-85d9-7f0a20e49fc0
- 2 Mar 2021 at 15:28 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd7aea26-4cae-49e5-85d9-7f0a20e49fc0
- 18 Mar 2020 at 13:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd7aea26-4cae-49e5-85d9-7f0a20e49fc0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd7aea26-4cae-49e5-85d9-7f0a20e49fc0
  18th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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