--- title: "SPS00893 STRUCTURAL MONITORING FOR UNION CHAIN PROJECT" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-cbba69ac-72b1-4e98-9c93-cab9a77ccbec" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cbba69ac-72b1-4e98-9c93-cab9a77ccbec" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cbba69ac-72b1-4e98-9c93-cab9a77ccbec.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cbba69ac-72b1-4e98-9c93-cab9a77ccbec.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2019-07-01" --- # SPS00893 STRUCTURAL MONITORING FOR UNION CHAIN PROJECT Buyer: NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cbba69ac-72b1-4e98-9c93-cab9a77ccbec [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cbba69ac-72b1-4e98-9c93-cab9a77ccbec) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cbba69ac-72b1-4e98-9c93-cab9a77ccbec.json) ## Summary The procurement process is led by Northumberland County Council for the "SPS00893 Structural Monitoring for Union Chain Project," which falls under the structural engineering consultancy services category. The project aims to conserve the Grade I listed Union Chain Bridge, promoting its significance across the River Tweed. Currently in the planning stage, the tender was published on 4th July 2018, with submissions closing on 20th July 2018. The contract will commence on 6th August 2018 and run until 31st July 2020, with a total estimated value of £65,000. This tender follows an open procurement method, allowing broad participation in the bidding process. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) within the engineering consultancy sector. Businesses specialising in structural engineering, monitoring services, and risk assessments would find this project particularly relevant. Participating in this innovative project, which aims to engage the community and inspire future engineers, could enhance a company's profile and provide valuable experience in historic conservation projects. ## Notice The 'Union Chain Bridge: crossing borders, inspiring communities' is an ambitious project involving the conservation of the historically and internationally significant Grade I/Category A listed Union Chain Bridge and an extensive programme of public engagement. The structure unifies Scotland and England across the River Tweed, promoting both the historical context of the bridge and inspiring a new generation of engineers through its international importance. The Structural Monitoring Consultant is to install and provide strain gauge monitoring including, method statements, sequencing and Risk Assessments. The Contract has been split into two stages; this is due to the works being part funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund. The Client is currently in the development stage or Stage One of the works, it is during this development phase that all design work needs to be completed in preparation of the Stage II HLF Bid application in March 2019. Assuming a successful Stage II HLF Bid works will then proceed to the main refurbishment works, commencing late 2019. Additional information: Documents available to download from https://procontract.due-north.com ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a8c303b-5750-4491-b30b-b8bf5bf4ad6f | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 1 Jul 2019 | | Submission deadline | 20 Jul 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 30 Sep 2018 | | Contract period | 1 Dec 2018 - 31 Dec 2018 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £65,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | 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 | NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | MORPETH | | Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Postcode | NE61 2EF | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear | | ITL 3 | TLC42 Northumberland | | Local authority | Northumberland | | Electoral ward | Morpeth Kirkhill | | Westminster constituency | North Northumberland | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | MISTRAS GROUP | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71312000 - Structural engineering consultancy services ## Release History - 1 Jul 2019 at 07:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a8c303b-5750-4491-b30b-b8bf5bf4ad6f - 4 Jul 2018 at 13:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46ad7aec-42ab-4d88-8990-7d92ce192621 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a8c303b-5750-4491-b30b-b8bf5bf4ad6f 1st July 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46ad7aec-42ab-4d88-8990-7d92ce192621 4th July 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.northumberland.gov.uk - https://procontract.due-north.com ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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