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title: "Basic Asset Protection Agreement (BAPA) for Principal Bridge Inspections of 15 no. KCC road bridges and footbridges that cross over Network Rail infrastructure planned for 2025/26 programme. NR Reference Number: 184497 - ACE414590"
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# Basic Asset Protection Agreement (BAPA) for Principal Bridge Inspections of 15 no. KCC road bridges and footbridges that cross over Network Rail infrastructure planned for 2025/26 programme. NR Reference Number: 184497 - ACE414590

Buyer: KENT COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b56b5ba3-aba4-414f-a4b6-2e8609e73d6d

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## Summary

The recent awarding of the contract for a Basic Asset Protection Agreement was conducted by Kent County Council, located in Maidstone, England. This procurement falls under the construction work category and concerns the inspection of 15 road bridges and footbridges that intersect Network Rail infrastructure, planned for the 2025/2026 programme. The procurement stage has reached completion, with the contract awarded on 12th March 2025. This direct procurement utilised a single tender action below the threshold, with the contract set to commence on 1st April 2025 and conclude by 31st March 2026. The total contract value is £98,730, with Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd appointed as the supplier.

This tender presents an attractive opportunity for businesses with capabilities in infrastructure inspection and construction services, particularly those experienced with railway and road bridge maintenance. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are considered suitable for participation, as indicated by the procurement suitability criteria. Engaging in this project allows businesses to strengthen their portfolio and establish relationships with major public entities like Kent County Council and Network Rail, offering a foothold in public infrastructure projects within the United Kingdom.

## Notice

Basic Asset Protection Agreement (BAPA) for Principal Bridge Inspections of 15 no. KCC road bridges and footbridges that cross over Network Rail infrastructure planned for 2025/26 programme. NR Reference Number: 184497 - ACE414590

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e94e54ef-d025-4ff1-9763-54e86bfce672 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £98,730 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £98,730 |
| 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 | KENT COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MAIDSTONE |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME14 1XQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Maidstone |
| Electoral ward | Penenden Heath |
| Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling |
| 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 | NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 8 Jul 2025 at 14:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e94e54ef-d025-4ff1-9763-54e86bfce672

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e94e54ef-d025-4ff1-9763-54e86bfce672
  8th July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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