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title: "Design and Construction of Service Tunnels For Kingsway Tunnels Discharge Drainage Pipework Replacement"
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# Design and Construction of Service Tunnels For Kingsway Tunnels Discharge Drainage Pipework Replacement

Buyer: MERSEYTRAVEL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e4231f7c-0b96-4204-9cb2-dcbe04dfd0b8

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Merseytravel entails the design and construction of service tunnels for the Kingsway Tunnels Discharge Drainage Pipework Replacement. This project falls under the construction industry category and is located in the North West region of the United Kingdom. Currently in the open tendering stage, the deadline for submissions is set for 6th September 2019. The total contract value is estimated at £1,750,000, with the contract expected to commence on 27th October 2019 and conclude by 27th April 2020. This procurement is classified under the open procedure method.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in tunnel engineering, construction, and infrastructure projects, particularly those capable of managing complex civil engineering tasks. Given the scale and technical requirements of the project, companies with relevant experience and a strong track record in similar works would be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this contract could enhance a business's visibility and credibility in the construction sector while contributing to vital infrastructure improvements within the region.

## Notice

The Merseytravel is seeking to employ a suitably qualified Tunnel Engineering Design and Construction Company for the construction of tunnels for Kingsway Tunnels Discharge Drainage Pipework Replacement. The works are within the inverts of the two bores of the Kingsway Tunnel under the River Mersey. Merseytravel operates the two River Mersey underwater road crossing tunnels between Liverpool and Wallasey, Liverpool and Birkenhead in Merseyside. The Kingsway road tunnel is a twin tube tunnel, completed in 1971 and 1974, carries two traffic lanes under the River Mersey between Liverpool and Wallasey, Maximum speed is limited to 40 mph and annual throughput traffic is 13.5 million. Merseytravel would welcome interest from a suitably qualified Tunnel Engineering Design and Construction Company partner to assist with the design construction of the service tunnel.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f83be0f9-b74b-4a17-aa96-fe53bd4c49b1 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 26 Oct 2019 - 27 Apr 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,750,000 |
| 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 | MERSEYTRAVEL |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 1BP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | Waterfront South |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 7 Aug 2019 at 16:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f83be0f9-b74b-4a17-aa96-fe53bd4c49b1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f83be0f9-b74b-4a17-aa96-fe53bd4c49b1
  7th August 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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