--- title: "Mersey Tunnels Fire Doors Replacements" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05df44" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05df44" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05df44.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05df44.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MERSEYTRAVEL" published: "2025-12-17" --- # Mersey Tunnels Fire Doors Replacements Buyer: MERSEYTRAVEL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05df44 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05df44) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05df44.json) ## Summary Merseytravel is seeking to replace fire doors in the Kingsway and Queensway Tunnels, with the procurement process presently in the tender stage. Located in Liverpool, United Kingdom within the UKD7 region, this project falls under the construction industry category, specifically focusing on construction structures and materials. The tender is conducted under an open procurement method with a below threshold - open competition approach, allowing submissions electronically via the specified portal. Interested parties must note the upcoming submission deadline set for 13th January 2026. Additionally, the contract period extends from 19th January 2026 until 18th January 2028, with potential for renewal until 18th July 2028 subject to completion of works. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction, refurbishment, and materials supply to participate in an important infrastructure project within Merseytravel's jurisdiction. The project, valued at approximately £1,200,000, is tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to its suitability criteria. Companies with expertise in construction works, particularly those with capabilities in site refurbishment and material replacement, are encouraged to engage. The evaluation criteria give precedence to quality over price, with a weighting of 60% for quality and 40% for price, offering a competitive advantage to businesses that can deliver superior craftsmanship and materials. ## Notice The Kingsway and Queensway Tunnels have been subject to recent investigations into the condition of existing emergency and maintenance access doors. These investigations established the requirement for refurbishment and replacement of the doors throughout the tunnels. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: Optional extension subject to completion of works. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083660-2025 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Dec 2025 | | Submission deadline | 13 Jan 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 19 Jan 2026 - 18 Jan 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,200,000 | | Lots value | £1,200,000 | | 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 | 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 - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45000000 - Construction work ## Release History - 17 Dec 2025 at 10:27 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083660-2025 - 25 Nov 2025 at 10:58 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076765-2025 - 18 Nov 2025 at 07:07 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074576-2025 - 12 Nov 2025 at 10:35 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073055-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083660-2025 17th December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076765-2025 25th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074576-2025 18th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073055-2025 12th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.the-chest.org.uk/ https://www.the-chest.org.uk/ - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=7fac4336-afbf-f011-813a-005056b64545 The tender documents can be located at the above link. ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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