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title: "Repair and Refurbishment of Union Chain Bridge (SPS01243)"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000598941"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2020-07-15"
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# Repair and Refurbishment of Union Chain Bridge (SPS01243)

Buyer: NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000598941

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## Summary

Northumberland County Council is overseeing the procurement for the "Repair and Refurbishment of Union Chain Bridge (SPS01243)", which is classified under 'works' within the construction industry category. This tender falls under the restricted procedure and is currently in the award stage, with the contract having been signed on 30th June 2020. The work focuses on the comprehensive refurbishment of the historic Union Chain Bridge, initially constructed in 1820. Key milestones include the tender period closing on 22nd October 2019, leading to a contract value of £6,795,339. The delivery location is specified as UKC21.

This project presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and civil engineering, particularly those experienced in the refurbishment of heritage structures. Given the main contractor, C. Spencer Ltd., is a large-scale supplier, potential competitors may include both large firms with expertise in complex engineering projects and smaller companies with a strong track record in public works. The tender's selective procurement method suggests that only suitably qualified contractors will be invited to participate, making this an excellent opportunity for those with the necessary capabilities and experience in similar works.

## Notice

The Authority has appointed a main contractor to refurbish the Grade 1/A listed Union Chain Bridge,entailing the full repair of the bridge.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Authority has appointed a main contractor to refurbish the Grade 1/A listed Union Chain Bridge, entailing the full repair of the bridge. Originally constructed in 1820, the suspension bridge comprises of wrought iron chains between masonry towers, supporting a timber deck, anchored to both the English and Scottish ends of the structure. This follows design consultancy to prepare the design and specification for the works.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL390296 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jul 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Oct 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jun 2020 |
| Contract period | 10 Feb 2020 - 3 May 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £6,795,339 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHUMBERLAND |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE61 2EF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC42 Northumberland |
| Local authority | Northumberland |
| Electoral ward | Morpeth Kirkhill |
| Westminster constituency | North Northumberland |
| Delivery location | TLC21 Northumberland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | C.SPENCER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 15 Jul 2020 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL390296
- 25 Sep 2019 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP367188

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP367188
  Repair and Refurbishment of Union Chain Bridge (SPS01243) - The Authority is seeking to appoint a main contractor to refurbish the Grade 1/A listed Union Chain Bridge,entailing the full repair of the bridge. Originally constructed in 1820, the suspension bridge comprises of wrought iron chains between masonry towers, supporting a timber deck, anchored to both the English and Scottish ends of the structure. This follows design consultancy to prepare the design and specification for the works.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL390296
  Repair and Refurbishment of Union Chain Bridge (SPS01243) - The Authority has appointed a main contractor to refurbish the Grade 1/A listed Union Chain Bridge,entailing the full repair of the bridge.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.northumberland.gov.uk
- http://www.procontract.due-north.com
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000598941

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