--- title: "Southern Connector Road" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-cdc79a92-eab2-447e-8b36-f04cd2cfd327" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cdc79a92-eab2-447e-8b36-f04cd2cfd327" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cdc79a92-eab2-447e-8b36-f04cd2cfd327.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cdc79a92-eab2-447e-8b36-f04cd2cfd327.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "SWINDON BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2021-07-27" --- # Southern Connector Road Buyer: SWINDON BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cdc79a92-eab2-447e-8b36-f04cd2cfd327 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cdc79a92-eab2-447e-8b36-f04cd2cfd327) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cdc79a92-eab2-447e-8b36-f04cd2cfd327.json) ## Summary Swindon Borough Council is currently overseeing the Southern Connector Road project, aimed at constructing a new road in response to increased travel demand from the New Eastern Villages (NEV) development. The anticipated contract value for this engineering works project is £18,437,520, with a contract period lasting 20 months from December 2020 to August 2022. The tender was published on 17th July 2020, with the deadline for submitting expressions of interest set for 17th August 2020. The procurement method utilised is the restricted procedure, relevant to construction, foundation, and surface works for highways and roads in the South West region of the United Kingdom. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses within the construction sector, particularly those with expertise in road construction, civil engineering design, and drainage works. Suitable candidates include small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate relevant experience and qualifications, as well as larger firms equipped to handle substantial contracts. Engaging with this project could not only enhance local infrastructure but also expand the successful contractor's portfolio within the public procurement sphere. ## Notice Southern Connector Road Swindon Borough Council invites contactors to expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced service providers for the provision of Southern Connector Road Construction. Project Description The proposed scheme is aimed at designing a brand new road to cope with the significant increase in travel demand that will be created by the New Eastern Villages (NEV) development. The proposed scheme will consist of the following key components: * Part signalisation of the A419 Commonhead Roundabout; * Improvement to existing Pack Hill, leading to the proposed SCR roundabout; * New roundabout at the junction of the SCR and Pack Hill; * New T-Junction and realignment of The Marsh; * New bridge over Liden Brook and two culverts to accommodate local minor live streams; * New signalised crossroads at the junction with Wanborough Road; and; * Tie-in with the NEV development based on the 2016 Masterplan The contract term will be 20 months as stated in the ITT documents. Estimated contract spend is PS18,437,520 Full details relating to the Works are provided in the tender documents. To participate in this Restricted Procedure, Suppliers will need to Register as a Supplier with ProContract, www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk, then Register an Interest before obtaining access to the Selection Questionnaire (SQ) and draft tender documents. In the event of difficulties registering as a supplier, please refer to the System Administrator Proactis support team ProContractSuppliers@proactis.com SQ clarifications to be submitted in writing via Messaging in ProContract tender portal, including the project reference and title clearly in the Subject title, by 10th August 2020, 1400 hrs UK Local time. The Council's responses to these clarification questions will be issued periodically via Messaging in ProContract tender portal. SQ responses are required to be submitted no later than 17th August 2020, 1400 hrs UK Local time via ProContract tender portal - https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk/ Estimated date of dispatch of invitations to tender or to participate to selected candidates Date: 24/08/2020 Please note that this project has been advertised on Tenders Electronic Daily (TED) Contract Notice temporary reference 20-354548-001 Contracts Finder/ other web portals, however, Supplying the South West Portal, https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk/ is the only portal that includes all the relevant documents required to respond to this opportunity, bearing Project Id: DN487900 No submission will be considered without completing the SQ documents in full including attachments and returning them in alignment with the instructions within the SQ. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5eaf45c-b0c5-4bfc-8b8a-d68e4b2077c8 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Jul 2021 | | Submission deadline | 16 Aug 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 29 Dec 2020 | | Contract period | 11 Jan 2021 - 31 Aug 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £18,437,520 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £18,437,520 | | 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 | SWINDON BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | SWINDON | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN1 2JH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon | | Local authority | Swindon | | Electoral ward | Eastcott | | Westminster constituency | Swindon South | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | BUCKINGHAM GROUP CONTRACTING | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 45220000 - Engineering works and construction works - 45232450 - Drainage construction works - 45233000 - Construction, foundation and surface works for highways, roads - 45233120 - Road construction works - 45233121 - Main road construction works - 71322000 - Engineering design services for the construction of civil engineering works ## Release History - 27 Jul 2021 at 11:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5eaf45c-b0c5-4bfc-8b8a-d68e4b2077c8 - 17 Jul 2020 at 17:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41582914-043d-45c7-a258-2c499c5f0401 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5eaf45c-b0c5-4bfc-8b8a-d68e4b2077c8 27th July 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41582914-043d-45c7-a258-2c499c5f0401 17th July 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://procontract.due-north.com/ProjectManagement/ProjectDashboard?projectId=66e52b1a-1ec8-ea11-8104-005056b64545 Please use link ## Notice URLs - http://www.swindon.gov.uk/ - https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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