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title: "Area SW 569748 - M5 J19 to J23 VRS Gap Closure"
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# Area SW 569748 - M5 J19 to J23 VRS Gap Closure

Buyer: HIGHWAYS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cfd413f8-3e9d-42d7-ae6c-5743893ed24d

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## Summary

The contract titled "Area SW 569748 - M5 J19 to J23 VRS Gap Closure" is being procured by Highways England, focusing on ground investigation services in the South West region of the United Kingdom. This project intends to perform various trial pits along the M5 to assess potential ground contamination ahead of construction activities. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with the tender period closing on 17 May 2019 and the contract set to commence on 10 June 2019, lasting until 30 August 2019. The total contract value amounts to £12,000, and it follows an open procurement method deemed suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents a significant opportunity for SMEs specialising in ground investigation and environmental testing services. Companies with experience in conducting WAC testing and managing ground contamination issues would be well-positioned to compete for this project. Engaging with this contract can help businesses not only expand their portfolio but also strengthen their reputations within the public sector landscape while contributing to vital infrastructure improvements.

## Notice

The principle objective of this project is to undertake trial pits at various locations on M5 between J19 to J23. WAC testing will be undergone in a number of the trial pits as to reveal any potential ground contamination that might cause potential issues with construction and waste extraction.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbe41303-610a-4f9c-bca8-3e633dba8e8d |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jul 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 17 May 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 9 Jun 2019 - 30 Aug 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £12,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Cancelled |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HIGHWAYS ENGLAND |
| Locality | DARLINGTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL1 4QB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC33 Darlington |
| Local authority | Darlington |
| Electoral ward | Red Hall & Lingfield |
| Westminster constituency | Darlington |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71351500 - Ground investigation services

## Release History

- 18 Jul 2019 at 13:09 - TenderCancellation - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbe41303-610a-4f9c-bca8-3e633dba8e8d
- 1 Apr 2019 at 14:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f26bf28f-c18a-45d1-b2eb-3c9b5c21303b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbe41303-610a-4f9c-bca8-3e633dba8e8d
  18th July 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f26bf28f-c18a-45d1-b2eb-3c9b5c21303b
  1st April 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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