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title: "M5 and A40 Ground Investigation (Trial Holes)"
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# M5 and A40 Ground Investigation (Trial Holes)

Buyer: HIGHWAYS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e22dc45a-b481-402f-a941-dd1306261f29

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## Summary

Highways England is currently conducting an open tender for the "M5 and A40 Ground Investigation (Trial Holes)" project, which is classified under ground investigation services within the works category. The tender was published on 6th September 2018, with submissions due by 5th October 2018. The project involves hand-dug trial holes and laboratory testing of soil samples at specified locations on the M5 and A40, located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The total estimated contract value is £36,000, with the contract period set to commence on 23rd November 2018 and end on 7th December 2018.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the construction and engineering sectors, particularly those specialising in ground investigation and soil testing services. Businesses with expertise in environmental assessment, geotechnical analysis, and related works would find this opportunity well-suited to their capabilities. Engaging with this project could not only enhance their portfolio but also contribute to important infrastructure developments in the region.

## Notice

Hand dug trial holes and laboratory testing of soil samples at M5 J19 and two locations on A40

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ffc5b01f-a962-43e6-b83b-70ce8b62542f |
| 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 | 6 Sep 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Oct 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 23 Nov 2018 - 7 Dec 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £36,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HIGHWAYS ENGLAND |
| Locality | ALMONDSBURY |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS32 4SR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Patchway Coniston |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71351500 - Ground investigation services

## Release History

- 6 Sep 2018 at 15:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ffc5b01f-a962-43e6-b83b-70ce8b62542f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ffc5b01f-a962-43e6-b83b-70ce8b62542f
  6th September 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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