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title: "Didcot Science Bridge - Construction"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a5c4"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-27"
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# Didcot Science Bridge - Construction

Buyer: OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a5c4

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## Summary

The procurement process for the Didcot Science Bridge construction project, managed by Oxfordshire County Council, highlights significant infrastructure development in the UK. The project, categorised under the 'Construction work' industry, involves various enhancements around Didcot, including new road links and connectivity improvements. The tendering process has concluded, with VolkerFitzpatrick Limited selected to spearhead the project, under an award issued without prior publication, effective from 30 January 2026 to 20 March 2028. With a total contract value of £55,047,943.20 GBP, this is part of the Pagabo National Framework for Civils and Infrastructure, employing the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (Option C). The strategic location in the UKJ region is poised to benefit from enhanced transport links, supporting regional housing and commercial developments while aligning with the Council's goals for carbon neutrality by 2030.

This tender represents a notable opportunity for large-scale construction businesses specialising in civil engineering and infrastructure works. With the project already awarded, those within the supply chain of VolkerFitzpatrick, given the presence of subcontracting, could find significant business opportunities in supporting this expansive development. The procurement process, guided by a limited competition method, focused on exclusive rights and previous project continuity which ensures that only industry leaders with requisite skills and past project alignment participate effectively. The substantial budget and long-term project duration present recurring engagement prospects across the construction phase, augmented by sustainable development goals and infrastructural enhancements connected to regional economic growth.

## Notice

HIF1 - Didcot Science Bridge Construction Works awarded to Volkerfitzpatrick

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Didcot Science Bridge project delivers enhanced connectivity between the A34 and Didcot via a new road bridge over the Great Western Railway, primarily west of Didcot. The scheme includes dualling 1.5km of the A4130 from Milton Interchange, new roundabouts to support Valley Park developments, and a signalised junction for improved access. We have constructed a segregated cycleway and footway along the southern carriageway, multiple crossing points, and a north-south bridge linking the A4130, railway, and Milton Road to the former Didcot Power Station site. The Science Bridge Link Road (SBLR) connects this bridge to the A4130 Northern Perimeter Road, featuring a single carriageway with segregated footways and bi-directional cycleways. Additional works include new roundabouts, T-junctions, embankments, and formal NMU crossings to support residential and commercial growth. This award supports infrastructure that enables housing development, delivers value for money, meets stakeholder needs, minimizes environmental impact, and contributes to the Council's carbon neutrality goal by 2030. Additional information: This contract is a call-off under the Pagabo National Framework for Civils and Infrastructure using the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (Option C). The contract duration is fixed and aligned to the completion of the works, with a start date of 30 January 2026 and a completion date of 20 March 2028. No formal extension options are in the contract; any adjustments to the programme are managed in accordance with NEC contract provisions, including compensation events and agreed programme changes.

### Procurement Information

The recommendation is that Volker Fitzpatrick should be awarded the contract, subject to agreement of Terms and Conditions. By the Service Area signatory endorsing this report, they have confirmed that: They have reviewed the financial requirement They understand the result and are content with the financial risk level They are satisfied that budget is available and approved By the Finance signatory endorsing this report, they have confirmed that they have reviewed the results and are satisfied with the financial and economic standing assessment of the analysis and recommendation made in this report.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049527-2026 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £55,047,943 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | OXFORD |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX1 1ND |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Oxford |
| Electoral ward | Osney & St Thomas |
| Westminster constituency | Oxford West and Abingdon |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VOLKERFITZPATRICK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 27 May 2026 at 10:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049527-2026

## Notice URLs

- https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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