---
title: "Framework for Restricted Access Structural Inspections and Repair Works"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0452d7"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2024-10-07"
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# Framework for Restricted Access Structural Inspections and Repair Works

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0452d7

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## Summary

Durham County Council has completed the procurement process for a framework for restricted access structural inspections and repair works, focusing on construction work for bridges within the UKC region. The process, which adopted an open procedure method, concluded on 7th October 2024 and encompasses various services such as underwater dive inspections, roped access inspections, and remedial works. The tender, classified under CPV code 45221100, was active and followed an open procedure with a bid opening date on 22nd May 2024. Contracts have been awarded, with key dates including the signing of active contracts on 30th June 2024. The total estimated value of the tender was £190,000, with the contract period extending up to 1440 days, including possible renewals.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in structural inspections and construction repair services, particularly those with expertise in confined spaces and underwater environments. The awarded contracts, won by Bridgeway Consulting Ltd, hint at potential sub-contracting or partnership opportunities for smaller or specialised firms. Businesses skilled in providing high-quality, cost-effective solutions within the bridge construction and maintenance industry can leverage this framework to secure long-term contracts with Durham County Council. The regional focus on the UKC area further underscores the need for locally proficient enterprises capable of delivering substantial engineering projects with proficiency in health and safety standards.

## Notice

Lot 1 Underwater Dive Inspections and Confined Space Inspections Lot 2 Roped Access Inspections Lot 3 Remedial Works

### Lot Information

Underwater dive inspections and confined space inspections

Underwater bridge inspections confined spaces

Renewal: initial 12 months 3 x 12 months extensions

Roped Access Inspections

roped inspections

Renewal: intial 12 months 3 x 12 months extensions

Remedial Works

Remedial works to bridges

Renewal: 1 year initial period 3 x 12 mths extension

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032023-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 22 May 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jun 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £190,000 |
| Lots value | £540,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5UQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Neville's Cross |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRIDGEWAY CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45221100 - Construction work for bridges

## Release History

- 7 Oct 2024 at 09:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032023-2024
- 16 Apr 2024 at 16:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012426-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.durham.gov.uk
- http://www.nepo.org

## Provenance

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