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title: "BOARS HEAD FOOTBRIDGE REPLACEMENT (NO. 0661) - DETAILED DESIGN & TENDER DOCUMENTATION CONTRACT 2021"
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# BOARS HEAD FOOTBRIDGE REPLACEMENT (NO. 0661) - DETAILED DESIGN & TENDER DOCUMENTATION CONTRACT 2021

Buyer: WIGAN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-850e00ad-1740-4998-815c-e146d2e9f675

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## Summary

Wigan Council is seeking service providers for the "BOARS HEAD FOOTBRIDGE REPLACEMENT (NO. 0661) - DETAILED DESIGN & TENDER DOCUMENTATION CONTRACT 2021". This procurement, with a value of £50,000, falls under the industry category of architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. The contract will focus on the replacement of an existing footbridge structure located in Wigan, United Kingdom. The tender process, conducted via an open method, has progressed to the award stage, with contracts expected to start on 30th August 2021 and end on 1st March 2022. The tender period closed on 2nd July 2021.

This project presents significant opportunities for businesses in the construction and engineering sectors, particularly those experienced in bridge design and construction. Companies that specialise in architectural services, as well as larger organisations capable of managing substantial contracts, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in such public procurement can enhance a company's portfolio and facilitate growth through subsequent contracts in similar infrastructure projects.

## Notice

Wigan Council is seeking to replace an existing three span steel footbridge structure that spans the West Coast Main Line. The existing structure consists of steel beams with precast reinforced concrete planks. The steel beams are supported on concrete bank seats (end supports) and concrete & steel piers (intermediate supports). The planks are supported by steel angles which are welded to the web of the main beams. The existing structure has a central span of 13.4m and side spans of 12.6m. The preferred replacement solution is a three-span weathering steel footbridge, to include replacing the steel piers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fbb59d6e-29df-433b-8805-70688b891cfe |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 May 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | 29 Aug 2021 - 1 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £36,000 |
| 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 | WIGAN COUNCIL |
| Locality | WIGAN |
| Post town | Wigan |
| Postcode | WN1 3DS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD36 Greater Manchester North West |
| Local authority | Wigan |
| Electoral ward | Wigan Central |
| Westminster constituency | Wigan |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SANDERSON WATTS ASSOCIATES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 24 May 2022 at 10:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fbb59d6e-29df-433b-8805-70688b891cfe

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fbb59d6e-29df-433b-8805-70688b891cfe
  24th May 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.wigan.gov.uk/

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