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title: "P0568 - A38(M) Aston Expressway Tame Valley Viaduct Strengthening Works - AWARD"
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# P0568 - A38(M) Aston Expressway Tame Valley Viaduct Strengthening Works - AWARD

Buyer: BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e99a8bcf-910b-45b1-983f-4bc1172c8d3e

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## Summary

The Birmingham City Council has awarded a contract for the A38(M) Aston Expressway Tame Valley Viaduct Strengthening Works to VolkerFitzpatrick Limited. The contract involves major structural strengthening work of the viaduct deck, including enhancing carrying capacity, painting, and refurbishment of deck components, piers, and abutments. The contract, based on NEC 3 Option C - Target Contract, will run for up to 4 years and 9 months. The tender deadline for submission was on the 24th of January 2020.

This opportunity with the Birmingham City Council for structural works presents a chance for businesses in construction sectors, particularly those expert in bridge construction and structural steelworks, to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are welcomed to participate in this open procedure tender. Interested parties must register on the Council's e-tendering system to access the Invitation to Tender (ITT) documentation and submit completed tenders by the specified deadline.

## Notice

The Council wishes to establish a Contract to carry out major structural strengthening work of the A38(M) Aston Expressway to ensure the safety of the structure and extend the life of the asset. The scope of the works includes: o Strengthening of the steel box girders carrying the viaduct deck to enhance their carrying capacity and overall longevity o Painting of the entire external and internal surfaces of the steel box girders o General refurbishment of the viaduct's deck components, piers and abutments. The contract is to be based on the amended NEC 3 Option C -Target Contract with Activity Schedule. The contract period is expected to be up to 4 years 9 months years (unless terminated under the terms and conditions of the contract) The contract will be awarded to one supplier. The Council will be using its free to use e-tendering system (in-tend) for the administration of this procurement process and potential suppliers must register with the system to be able to express an interest. If you wish to express an interest in this opportunity please click on the following link to access https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/ and submit your details to register. You will then be sent details on how to log on which will enable you to download all relevant Invitation to Tender (ITT) documentation. If you are unable to register with In-tend or have any questions or problems on how to use this web site please either email us at: cps@birmingham.gov.uk or call CPS Helpdesk on 0121 464 8000. Your completed tender submission should be returned by noon on 24th January 2020 via the 'in-tend' system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1643f991-a7ad-4d46-bc84-a4baee7c77a7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jun 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Feb 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jan 2021 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2022 - 31 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £59,237,000 |
| 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 | BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | WEST MIDLANDS |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7WB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Newtown |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VOLKERFITZPATRICK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 44100000 - Construction materials and associated items
- 44110000 - Construction materials
- 44113000 - Road-construction materials
- 44212120 - Structures of bridges
- 45221000 - Construction work for bridges and tunnels, shafts and subways
- 45221100 - Construction work for bridges
- 45221110 - Bridge construction work
- 45221112 - Railway bridge construction work
- 45222000 - Construction work for engineering works except bridges, tunnels, shafts and subways
- 45223200 - Structural works
- 45223210 - Structural steelworks
- 63712300 - Bridge and tunnel operation services
- 63712310 - Bridge operating services

## Release History

- 8 Jun 2023 at 23:19 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1643f991-a7ad-4d46-bc84-a4baee7c77a7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1643f991-a7ad-4d46-bc84-a4baee7c77a7
  8th June 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/

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