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title: "T1185 Square 1 Bridge Works"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-83149181-cb3f-46ab-85b1-63d09ae22873"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX"
published: "2026-03-03"
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# T1185 Square 1 Bridge Works

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-83149181-cb3f-46ab-85b1-63d09ae22873

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## Summary

The procurement process, conducted by the University of Essex, involved the "T1185 Square 1 Bridge Works" project, classified under the bridge construction work industry category. Located in Colchester, UK, this contract was part of the award stage, with the contract awarded to Amicus Civil Engineering Ltd on 3rd March 2026. The contract is valued at approximately £58,949.90, and aims to span from the start date of 3rd March 2026 to 1st May 2026. The procurement method remained unspecified, suggesting flexibility in approach, while the project was deemed suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs).

This tender provides substantial opportunity for business growth for companies specialising in bridge construction and civil engineering. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly well-suited to compete for similar contracts as they potentially offer the required agility and innovation sought by contracting authorities like the University of Essex. Businesses geared towards addressing infrastructure development and possessing expertise in construction works, especially in the region of Essex, can leverage such projects to expand their portfolio and strengthen their market presence.

## Notice

T1185 Square 1 Bridge Works Please refer to the 'Documents' tab for further information.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1269bb10-b615-4b6d-bf16-54a40d9f3bfb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 3 Mar 2026 - 1 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £57,949 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX |
| Locality | COLCHESTER |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO4 3SQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Colchester |
| Electoral ward | Wivenhoe |
| Westminster constituency | Harwich and North Essex |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AMICUS CIVIL ENGINEERING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45221110 - Bridge construction work

## Release History

- 3 Mar 2026 at 12:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1269bb10-b615-4b6d-bf16-54a40d9f3bfb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1269bb10-b615-4b6d-bf16-54a40d9f3bfb
  3rd March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login?cid=UNIESSEX
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