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title: "Bridge of Dee Scour Protection - Request for Information"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000675452"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2021-12-01"
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# Bridge of Dee Scour Protection - Request for Information

Buyer: ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000675452

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by Aberdeen City Council, is focused on the "Bridge of Dee Scour Protection - Request for Information" project. This initiative falls under the works category and seeks to enhance river scour protection at the Bridge of Dee in Aberdeen, UK. The project is currently in the planning stage, with significant details outlined in the Request for Information documents. Suppliers are invited to submit their responses by the deadline of 17th December 2021. The total estimated value of the contract is £1,200,000, and it involves repairing and replacing existing structures at the site.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in civil engineering, construction, and environmental protection services. Companies that have experience with similar infrastructure projects, particularly those familiar with working on historical sites or employing rock armour techniques, would be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this procurement process could not only facilitate immediate project involvement but also enhance long-term business relationships with Aberdeen City Council and similar contracting authorities in the future.

## Notice

Aberdeen City Council is currently investigating options for the procurement of a contract to carry out scour protection work at Bridge of Dee. As part of this process the Council is inviting suppliers to provide information requested in the attached "Request for Information" RFI document The proposal is to repair/replace the existing aprons to the north embankment and piers 1 to 4 and place rock armour on the riverbed over an area extending 21m upstream and downstream of the bridge.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The A92 Bridge of Dee has been assessed for susceptibility to scour and it has been found that several piers and the north abutment require protection against future fluvial scour. The bridge is a designated a 'Category A' listed structure. The proposal is to repair/replace the existing aprons to the north embankment and piers 1 to 4 and place rock armour on the riverbed over an area extending 21m upstream and downstream of the bridge. The proposed works comprises of Partial demolition and repair/replacement of the existing aprons,Supply and installation of filter layer,Supply and installation of rock armour. Further details are provided in the attached RFI document and drawings.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC434430 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| 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 | 1 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 4 Apr 2022 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,200,000 |
| 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 | ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB16 5GB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Midstocket/Rosemount |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North |
| Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work
- 45221100 - Construction work for bridges
- 45240000 - Construction work for water projects
- 45246100 - River-wall construction
- 45246200 - Riverbank protection works

## Release History

- 1 Dec 2021 at 00:00 - Planning - PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC434430

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC434430&idx=1
  1st December 2021 - Request for Information
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC434430&idx=2
  1st December 2021 - Work extent
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC434430&idx=3
  1st December 2021 - Proposed Access
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC434430&idx=4
  1st December 2021 - Location Plan
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC434430&idx=5
  1st December 2021 - Elevation
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC434430&idx=6
  1st December 2021 - Proposed cross section - draft
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC434430
  Bridge of Dee Scour Protection - Request for Information - Aberdeen City Council is currently investigating options for the procurement of a contract to carry out scour protection work at Bridge of Dee. As part of this process the Council is inviting suppliers to provide information requested in the attached "Request for Information" RFI document The proposal is to repair/replace the existing aprons to the north embankment and piers 1 to 4 and place rock armour on the riverbed over an area extending 21m upstream and downstream of the bridge.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000675452
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=675452
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/authority/noticecreate/Question21.aspx?ID=675452

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