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title: "A494 River Dee Bridge Replacement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04d459"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2025-01-17"
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# A494 River Dee Bridge Replacement

Buyer: LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04d459

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## Summary

The Welsh Government is currently in the planning stage for the A494 River Dee Bridge Replacement project, which involves substantial construction work valued at £130,000,000. The procurement falls under the works category and is essential for improving connectivity between North Wales and North-West England. Organisations interested in the project must submit their responses by midday on 21st February 2025. The project is located in Flintshire, and the principal contractor will be required to provide engineering services and construction project management services. Further information and participation details can be accessed on the Welsh Government's official websites.

This tender offers significant opportunities for construction firms and multi-disciplinary consultancy businesses to contribute to a high-profile infrastructure project crucial for regional traffic. Companies specialising in large-scale construction, engineering, and project management will find this tender a perfect match to showcase their expertise and support regional development. Engaging in this project could lead to future opportunities in public infrastructure works, fostering business growth within the sector.

## Notice

Works required for the replacement of the A494 River Dee Bridge Replacement

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The A494 River Dee Bridge provides a vital connection for cross border traffic between north Wales, the north-west of England and beyond, connecting people, communities and businesses. The bridge is in poor structural condition and needs replacing. The Welsh Government (WG) has now shortlisted options to replace the bridge, including identifying a best performing option, and is currently holding a consultation on these options. Details of these options as well as further information as regards the scheme can be found here: https://www.gov.wales/a494-river-dee-bridge-replacement-scheme From a delivery perspective, WG is cognisant that the scheme will require the input of both multi-disciplinary consultants and works contractors. WG is currently in the process of developing its delivery model and contracting model for these inputs and this market engagement exercise is being conducted to help inform their design, as well as the WG's procurement strategy more generally. Additional information: The WG would welcome written submissions/responses to the questions attached to this notice from suitably qualified organisations. Responses should be emailed to A494RiverDeeBridgePorcurement@gov.wales no later than 12:00 (midday) on the 21st of February 2025.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001750-2025 |
| 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 | 17 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 30 Apr 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £130,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| 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 | LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | CAERDYDD / CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF10 3NQ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
| Local authority | Cardiff |
| Electoral ward | Cathays |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff South and Penarth |
| Delivery location | TLL Wales |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 71300000 - Engineering services
- 71541000 - Construction project management services

## Release History

- 17 Jan 2025 at 15:23 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001750-2025

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.wales/
- https://www.gov.wales/a494-river-dee-bridge-replacement-scheme
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=147470
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0007

## Provenance

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