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title: "SPS01241 - Non Destructive Testing Union Chain Bridge Project"
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# SPS01241 - Non Destructive Testing Union Chain Bridge Project

Buyer: NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cd5a90d3-3fe8-42bc-a795-51dea6149a5d

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## Summary

The Northumberland County Council is facilitating a tender for the "Non Destructive Testing Union Chain Bridge Project", aimed at assessing the structural integrity of the historically significant Union Chain Bridge, uniting Scotland and England. The tender, classified under highways consultancy services and technical testing, analysis and consultancy services, has an estimated value of £25,000. The tender period is nearing its close, ending on 20th July 2018, while the contract is scheduled to start by 6th August 2018 and continue until 31st July 2020. Interested parties can access the tender documents for free at an online portal.

This procurement presents strong opportunities for businesses specialising in non-destructive testing, structural engineering, and consultancy services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, leveraging their expertise in innovative assessment techniques. The contract's focus on public engagement further highlights the importance of collaboration with local communities, making this a compelling project for businesses looking to expand their involvement in socially significant infrastructure works.

## 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 Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Consultant is to carry out a range of testing methods on the wrought iron chains, links and pins, to identify surface breaking cracks and section loss. The Consultant must provide method statements, sequencing and risk assessments, for their intended works. The Chains are to be checked for fatigue cracking, and evidence of historic forge welding around the eyelets and rod. The chain links, pins and hanger caps shall also be checked for cracking. In addition a number of hangers have previously failed due to fatigue induced fracture, and will also be subject to NDT. Additional information: All tender documents are available to download Free of Charge at https://procontract.due-north.com

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23f89ff6-0e52-4203-8050-5dea109ea5dd |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Jul 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jul 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Sep 2018 |
| Contract period | 17 Sep 2018 - 31 Jul 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,150 |
| 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 | ENERMECH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71311210 - Highways consultancy services
- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

## Release History

- 11 Jul 2019 at 08:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23f89ff6-0e52-4203-8050-5dea109ea5dd
- 9 Jul 2018 at 09:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d81e8d82-3f33-4fef-8234-ee43f9992459

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23f89ff6-0e52-4203-8050-5dea109ea5dd
  11th July 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d81e8d82-3f33-4fef-8234-ee43f9992459
  9th July 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.northumberland.gov.uk
- https://procontract.due-north.com

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