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title: "Engineering Contractor for ECI and remedial works Ventilation Stations across the Mersey Tunnels Estate"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d8fe"
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# Engineering Contractor for ECI and remedial works Ventilation Stations across the Mersey Tunnels Estate

Buyer: MERSEYTRAVEL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d8fe

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## Summary

Merseytravel, the buyer organisation, has initiated a tender for an engineering contractor to engage in early contractor involvement (ECI) and remedial works across the Mersey Tunnels Estate's ventilation stations. This public procurement process, under competitive flexible procedure, is focused on the construction industry, specifically targeting architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. Interested suppliers must submit expressions of interest by 25 August 2026, and the enquiry period concludes on 14 August 2026. The tendering process is being conducted electronically, with essential documentation accessible through The Chest portal. The procurement, valued at £15 million net, is set to commence the contract period on 14 December 2026, continuing through to 14 August 2028, with potential extensions of up to 12 months. It's worth noting that the procurement process is currently in the tender stage, and the buying organisation is located at 1 Mann Island, Liverpool, United Kingdom.

This tender opportunity is strategically structured to facilitate business growth, particularly for firms specialising in construction, engineering, and architectural services. The two-stage contract offers prospects for firms versed in early contractor involvement and the construction phase. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the process includes a Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PSQ) stage to shortlist up to five suppliers who will be invited to tender. The process comprises quality (60%), social value (10%), and price (30%) criteria, creating a balanced opportunity for well-rounded businesses to secure a role in this public sector project. Engaging in this tender allows companies to enhance their portfolio by contributing to essential infrastructure works, driving their market presence in Merseyside and beyond.

## Notice

The purpose of this commission is to appoint a Contractor under an early contractor involvement ("ECI") period, to carry out the detailed design of the remedial works identified within the Building Fabric Condition Survey Reports for the eight (8) ventilation stations across the Kingsway and Queensway Tunnel estate. The proposed contract is a 2 (two) stage contract as detailed in the tender documents: * Stage One - ECI /design development * Stage Two - Construction Phase (Remedial Works). N.B. This stage is dependent on the Authority accepting the proposed construction costs developed during the ECI period and the Contractor agreeing to undertake the Works in accordance with the project deadlines set out in the tender documents.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072778-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Dec 2026 - 14 Aug 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,000,000 |
| Lots value | £15,000,000 |
| 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 | 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

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

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 31 Jul 2026 at 13:39 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072778-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072778-2026
  31st July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.merseytravel.gov.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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