--- title: "Design, build and installation of electrical distribution and lighting in the Queensway tunnel" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02b3ac" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02b3ac" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02b3ac.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02b3ac.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "MERSEYTRAVEL" published: "2021-05-21" --- # Design, build and installation of electrical distribution and lighting in the Queensway tunnel Buyer: MERSEYTRAVEL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02b3ac [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02b3ac) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02b3ac.json) ## Summary The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority, represented by Merseytravel, is planning a tender for the design, build, and installation of electrical distribution and lighting in the Queensway tunnel. This project falls under the works category, specifically classified as "Electrical installation work" (CPV code 45310000). The estimated contract value ranges from £8 million to £10 million, with a contract duration of 18 months. Relevant activities are scheduled to commence as of 21 May 2021, with initial expressions of interest due by 28 June 2021. The project is critical for upgrading an existing lighting infrastructure that is approximately 30 years old, while ensuring that the tunnel remains operational throughout the works. The delivery address is within the region of UKD7, covering the area between Liverpool and Birkenhead. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the electrical installation and construction sectors, particularly those with expertise in LED lighting systems and electrical distribution apparatus. Companies that can demonstrate relevant experience and qualifications will be well-positioned to compete for this contract, as the authorities seek skilled contractors to ensure efficient project delivery despite the operational constraints of the tunnel. Interested businesses are encouraged to register their interest via the designated procurement platform at https://www.the-chest.org.uk/, referencing project ID DN545546. ## Notice The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced contractors for the delivery of a design, build and installation contract for Queensway tunnel replacement of the electrical distribution and lighting installation with an LED system complete with all associated control systems. The tunnel will remain operational and all work will be done during planned closures at carriageway level., access to tunnel inverts is 24/7. The Queensway tunnel is a single 4 lane road tunnel under the River Mersey, in the north west of England, between Liverpool and Birkenhead. The existing tunnel lighting infrastructure is approximately 30 years old and requires upgrading. Contract timescale - 18-month contract The project funding is subject to funding approval. Estimated Value - PS8-10M To register your interest please go to https://www.the-chest.org.uk/ and search for project reference DN545546. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced contractors for the delivery of a design, build and installation contract for Queensway tunnel replacement of the electrical distribution and lighting installation with an LED system complete with all associated control systems. The tunnel will remain operational and all work will be done during planned closures at carriageway level., access to tunnel inverts is 24/7. The Queensway tunnel is a single 4 lane road tunnel under the River Mersey, in the north west of England, between Liverpool and Birkenhead. The existing tunnel lighting infrastructure is approximately 30 years old and requires upgrading. Contract timescale - 18-month contract The project funding is subject to funding approval. Estimated Value - PS8-10M To register your interest please go to https://www.the-chest.org.uk/ and search for project reference DN545546. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011322-2021 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 May 2021 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 27 Jun 2021 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £10,000,000 | | Lots value | £10,000,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | 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 | TLD7 Merseyside | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting - 45310000 - Electrical installation work - 45317300 - Electrical installation work of electrical distribution apparatus ## Release History - 21 May 2021 at 12:35 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011322-2021 ## Notice URLs - http://www.merseytravel.gov.uk/ - https://www.the-chest.org.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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