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title: "A1/Queen Margaret University Junction Construction Works"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02948f"
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# A1/Queen Margaret University Junction Construction Works

Buyer: EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02948f

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## Summary

East Lothian Council is seeking to appoint a principal contractor for the "A1/Queen Margaret University Junction Construction Works", a project categorised under construction work for highways and roads. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with a deadline for bid submissions set for 31 March 2021. The project involves significant alterations to the A1 road junction, including the construction of slip roads, an underpass, a roundabout, and associated foot and cycle paths. This contract will follow a restricted two-stage procedure, with the estimated project duration being 12 months from the anticipated start date in August 2021.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for construction firms, particularly those experienced in roadworks and infrastructure development. Businesses specialising in civil engineering, environmental management, and health and safety compliance will be well-positioned to compete, especially those with a proven track record of managing similar projects effectively. Notably, the procurement process prioritises suppliers who can demonstrate their capacity to deliver quality and satisfy stringent compliance standards related to construction and safety regulations.

## Notice

East Lothian Council (ELC) intends to carry out works by way of alterations to the existing A1/Queen Margaret University road junction by formation of slip roads, an underpass, retaining wall, roundabout, foot and cycle paths and SUDS ponds.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

East Lothian Council (ELC) intends to appoint a principal contractor to carry out works by way of alterations to existing the A1/Queen Margaret University road junction by formation of slip roads, an underpass, retaining wall, roundabout, foot and cycle paths and SUDS ponds. The junction is located between Newcraighall junction to the north and the Old Craighall junction (with the A720 city bypass) to the south on the A1 road. Amey Consultants have been appointed as site supervisors and will monitor, supervise & administer the project on behalf of ELC. It is anticipated that the works will commence August 2021 and it is estimated that the duration of the construction project will be 12 months, although this is subject to change. The contract will follow a two stage restricted procedure. Stage 1 will involve selection criteria based on the SPD. Those selected from Stage 1 will be invited to tender at Stage 2. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028630-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Oct 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL |
| Locality | HADDINGTON, EAST LOTHIAN |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH41 3HA |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM11 East Lothian and Midlothian |
| Local authority | East Lothian |
| Electoral ward | Haddington and Lammermuir |
| Westminster constituency | Lothian East |
| Delivery location | TLM73 East Lothian and Midlothian |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | JOHN PAUL CONSTRUCTION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45232450 - Drainage construction works
- 45232451 - Drainage and surface works
- 45233100 - Construction work for highways, roads
- 45233120 - Road construction works
- 45233121 - Main road construction works
- 45233125 - Road junction construction work
- 45233128 - Roundabout construction work
- 45233140 - Roadworks
- 45233150 - Traffic-calming works
- 45233161 - Footpath construction work
- 45233162 - Cycle path construction work
- 45233200 - Various surface works
- 45233210 - Surface work for highways
- 45233220 - Surface work for roads
- 45233222 - Paving and asphalting works
- 45233223 - Carriageway resurfacing works
- 45233224 - Dual carriageway construction work
- 45233226 - Access road construction work
- 45233227 - Slip road construction work
- 45233251 - Resurfacing works
- 45233253 - Surface work for footpaths
- 45233280 - Erection of road-barriers

## Release History

- 16 Nov 2021 at 17:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028630-2021
- 19 Feb 2021 at 14:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003367-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.eastlothian.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:095826-2020:TEXT:EN:HTML
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00181

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