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title: "ECI Earthworks Opportunity at A47 Thickthorn project"
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# ECI Earthworks Opportunity at A47 Thickthorn project

Buyer: GALLIFORD TRY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b465569d-edbb-4d03-b2e7-b0b7e8d369df

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## Summary

The A47 Thickthorn project, managed by Galliford Try on behalf of Highways England, is currently in the tendering stage, seeking contractors for earthworks to enhance the Thickthorn interchange in Norfolk. This initiative aims to alleviate congestion by constructing two slip roads that will reroute traffic. Interested parties must submit their notifications of interest by 16:00 on 4 June 2021. The anticipated start for the early contractor involvement is September 2021, with the construction phase projected to begin on 1 July 2021, and the entire contract lasting until 30 June 2022.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in construction and engineering, particularly those with expertise in earthworks and infrastructure projects. Firms capable of engaging in competitive negotiations and meeting the requirements set out by Galliford Try will find this procurement attractive. Companies should contact the procurement team via the provided email address to express their interest and showcase their capabilities, thereby positioning themselves to secure a role in this major infrastructure initiative.

## Notice

A47 / A11 Thickthorn Interchange Galliford Try, as the East Region Delivery Partner are delivering the A47 / A11 Thickthorn Interchange project in the county of Norfolk on behalf of Highways England. The project will help relieve congestion at Thickthorn junction by providing two new free-flowing slip roads that will connect the A47 with the A11. The new slip roads will re-route traffic away from the junction and flow it under new underpasses. The project has recently submitted a Development Consent Order to the Planning Inspectorate and the project is forecast to commence on site in early 2023 and will take around 2 years to complete. Package: Earthworks Outline Scope of Works The Earthworks Package consists of two parts: Stage 1: Early Contractor Involvement. To provide technical and commercial input into the detailed design phase and to formulate the budget and programme for the works. Stage 2: Construction. To provide all necessary supervision, labour, plant and materials required to undertake the earthworks comprising the excavation, processing, placement and compaction of site won soils and the Import of suitable fill material to form the development platform to support the new road, structures and landscaping. The contractor will also be responsible for the disposal to stockpile or off site of any unacceptable or surplus soils and other materials generated during the bulk earthworks. Principal Activities Approximate Quantities Excavation of class 5a 78,000m3 Excavation excluding class 5a 288,000m3 Imported Fill 27,000m3 Deposition of fill 219,000m3 Compaction of Fill 244,000m3 Programme It is currently anticipated that the Stage 1 ECI works will commence in September 2021. Timings Deadline for Notifications of Interest 16:00 hrs on Friday 4th June 2021 Galliford Try procurement process To secure work with Galliford Try, a supplier will need to pass the PAS91 onboarding process administered through Builders Profile. Details will be shared with shortlisted suppliers. If this package is of interest to your company please contact our procurement team by e-mail via the following email address: Tender.returns@4projectsmail.com, by the above deadline with your notification of interest and details of your capabilities. Any notifications of interest after the above deadline will not be responded to.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40713328-2df5-4d8e-b346-3435ec076f28 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2021 - 30 Jun 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1 |
| 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 | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH12 1LB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Drum Brae/Gyle |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 26 May 2021 at 14:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40713328-2df5-4d8e-b346-3435ec076f28

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40713328-2df5-4d8e-b346-3435ec076f28
  26th May 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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