--- title: "DfI TRAM T-1131 A1 Junctions Phase 2 Road Improvements Scheme" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-049b8d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-049b8d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-049b8d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-049b8d.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR INFRASTRUCTURE" published: "2025-01-29" --- # DfI TRAM T-1131 A1 Junctions Phase 2 Road Improvements Scheme Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR INFRASTRUCTURE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-049b8d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-049b8d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-049b8d.json) ## Summary The Department for Infrastructure (DfI) is seeking tenders for the "DfI TRAM T-1131 A1 Junctions Phase 2 Road Improvements Scheme," which involves significant road construction and civil engineering works. This project is focused on enhancing a 25.2km stretch of the A1 dual carriageway between Loughbrickland and the Hillsborough Roundabout. The procurement stage is currently in the Tender phase, and key dates include an amended submission deadline of 5th February 2025 at 15:00. The contract, valued at approximately £78 million GBP, requires the design and build of various elements such as 4 Compact Grade Separated Junctions (CGSJ), new link roads, central reserve safety barrier installations, and intelligent transport systems. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in construction, engineering, and related sectors. Companies experienced in large-scale infrastructure projects, particularly those familiar with design and build contracts, will find this tender highly suitable. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the scope for varied subcontracting work encompassing areas like road design, civil works, ITS installations, and utility alterations. Successful engagement in this tender can help firms expand their portfolio, enhance their market reputation, and secure substantial revenue from government contracts. ## Notice The works required under this contract involve the design and construction of improvement works along approximately 25.2km of the A1 dual carriageway between Loughbrickland and the Hillsborough Roundabout. This will be a Design and Build contract, and as such the applicant will be required to manage the design and the construction processes for all permanent and temporary works associated with the Contract. The proposed scheme will include, but is not limited to, the following main elements: (i) Construction of 4 Compact Grade Separated Junctions (CGSJ), (ii) Construction of a new northbound on-slip from the Castlewellan Road (Banbridge) onto the A1, (iii) Construction of a link road connecting the Milebush Road to the Hillsborough Road CGSJ, Dromore, (iv) Closure of all gaps within the central reserve, (v) Installation of a continuous rigid central reserve safety barrier the full 25.2km length of the scheme, (vi) Closure of 9 selected side roads and approximately 50 private accesses on the mainline, (vii) Conversion of 21 No. existing minor road junctions onto the A1 to Left-IN/Left-Out (LILO) configurations, (viii) Installation of Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) including Variable Message Signs (VMS), Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) and Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR), and (ix) Accommodation works including accesses, laneways, fencing, planting, drainage, utility alterations, etc. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The works required under this contract involve the design and construction of improvement works along approximately 25.2km of the A1 dual carriageway between Loughbrickland and the Hillsborough Roundabout. This will be a Design and Build contract, and as such the applicant will be required to manage the design and the construction processes for all permanent and temporary works associated with the Contract. The proposed scheme will include, but is not limited to, the following main elements: (i) Construction of 4 Compact Grade Separated Junctions (CGSJ), (ii) Construction of a new northbound on-slip from the Castlewellan Road (Banbridge) onto the A1, (iii) Construction of a link road connecting the Milebush Road to the Hillsborough Road CGSJ, Dromore, (iv) Closure of all gaps within the central reserve, (v) Installation of a continuous rigid central reserve safety barrier the full 25.2km length of the scheme, (vi) Closure of 9 selected side roads and approximately 50 private accesses on the mainline, (vii) Conversion of 21 No. existing minor road junctions onto the A1 to Left-IN/Left-Out (LILO) configurations, (viii) Installation of Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) including Variable Message Signs (VMS), Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) and Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR), and (ix) Accommodation works including accesses, laneways, fencing, planting, drainage, utility alterations, etc. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002949-2025 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 29 Jan 2025 | | Submission deadline | 23 Jan 2025 | | Future notice date | 31 Jan 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £78,000,000 | | Lots value | £78,000,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR INFRASTRUCTURE | | Locality | BELFAST | | Post town | Northern Ireland | | Postcode | BT7 2JA | | Country | Northern Ireland | | ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland | | ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland | | ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast | | Local authority | Belfast | | Electoral ward | Central | | Westminster constituency | Belfast South and Mid Down | | Delivery location | TLN0 Northern Ireland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work - 45220000 - Engineering works and construction works - 45230000 - Construction work for pipelines, communication and power lines, for highways, roads, airfields and railways; flatwork ## Release History - 29 Jan 2025 at 11:45 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002949-2025 - 16 Jan 2025 at 16:35 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001564-2025 - 12 Dec 2024 at 11:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040055-2024 - 17 Sep 2024 at 13:37 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029709-2024 ## Notice URLs - https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps - https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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