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title: "Bridge Maintenance and Operation"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-052590"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-08-19"
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# Bridge Maintenance and Operation

Buyer: NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-052590

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## Summary

The procurement process detailed here is led by Norfolk County Council, aimed at handling the Bridge Maintenance and Operation in the port town of Great Yarmouth, UK. It is in the initial planning stage with a market engagement notice released on 19th August 2025, signalling a call for interested contractors to respond by 5th September 2025. The industry categories involved include bridge operating services and maintenance work related to roads and marine equipment. The procurement will commence in early 2026, with contracts starting from 1st March 2026 and lasting until 28th February 2029, with the possibility of extension till 29th February 2032.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities primarily for companies specialising in infrastructure maintenance and operations, particularly those experienced in bridge management. The procurement process anticipates a collaborative effort encompassing various maintenance and operational tasks such as safety barriers, traffic equipment maintenance, and emergency response services. Businesses with expertise in mechanical upgrades, facilities management, and emergency support services for public infrastructure would be well-suited to compete in this opportunity. Such participation can enhance company portfolios and expand networks within the public-authority sector.

## Notice

Norfolk County Council is responsible for the maintenance of the Haven Bridge, and the maintenance and operation of the Herring Bridge, which are both twin-leaf lifting bridges located in the port town of Great Yarmouth. The Haven Bridge is operated by Peel Ports on behalf of Great Yarmouth Port Authority, who have a statutory obligation to operate the bridge for navigation. Haven Bridge was opened in 1930 but underwent a significant mechanical and electrical upgrade between 2021 and 2023. Herring Bridge was opened to traffic in February 2024. Existing contracts expire in February 2026 [Haven Bridge] and January 2027 [Herring Bridge]. The council is currently scoping requirements for the procurement of a replacement contract or contracts. It is anticipated that a single procurement exercise will be undertaken in respect of both bridges. Scope of the contract(s) is expected to include the following, but is subject to amendment as the specification is developed further. In respect of Herring Bridge: 1) Maintenance (planned and reactive) and operation - operation is 24/7/365 from a manned control tower on site 2) Planned and reactive maintenance of road traffic equipment including movable barriers, flashing beacons, audible warnings and CCTV 3) Providing support to the emergency services in case of maritime or road traffic accident, chemical spillage, fire or other incident 4) Soft and hard facilities management [planned and reactive] of the control buildings, control tower and welfare facilities including cleaning, HVAC, and domestic electrical, plumbing and heating systems 5) LOLER and weekly walkover inspection In respect of Haven Bridge: 1)Planned and reactive maintenance, weekly test lifts, lifts where required for maintenance or refurbishment or otherwise at the direction of the highway authority, but not routine operational lifts. 2)Planned and reactive maintenance of road traffic equipment including movable barriers, flashing beacons, audible warnings and CCTV 3) Planned and reactive maintenance of the wooden deck and associated waterproofing systems and running course 4) Providing support to the emergency services in case of maritime or road traffic accident, fire or other incident 5) LOLER and weekly walkover inspection

### Planning Information

Interested contractors are invited to provide a response to the market engagement questionnaire that has been made available via the Council's e-procurement system, In-tend.
To express an interest and participate in the market engagement applicants must first be registered on the system at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/BuyerProfiles. Once registered you will be able to see the procurement project under the tenders` section and `express an interest` to view the documentation. If you encounter any difficulties whilst using the system you can contact the In-tend support team by phoning +44 8442728810 or e-mailing support@in-tend.co.uk.
On accessing In-tend you will find a link to the questionnaire along with documents providing an overview of each structure.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049964-2025 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 19 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Aug 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,500,000 |
| 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 | NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORWICH |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR1 2DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk |
| Local authority | Norwich |
| Electoral ward | Lakenham |
| Westminster constituency | Norwich South |
| Delivery location | TLH15 Norwich and East Norfolk |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 34928300 - Safety barriers
- 42961200 - Scada or equivalent system
- 45221111 - Road bridge construction work
- 50230000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to roads and other equipment
- 50240000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to marine and other equipment
- 63712310 - Bridge operating services
- 63721000 - Port and waterway operation services and associated services
- 71631450 - Bridge-inspection services

## Release History

- 19 Aug 2025 at 16:24 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049964-2025
- 24 May 2025 at 10:27 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027280-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049964-2025
  19th August 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027280-2025
  24th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/BuyerProfiles
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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