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Kingsway Tunnel Embankment Stabilisation - Outbound Road

Merseytravel

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: Merseytravel

Buyer Address: 1 Mann Island, Liverpool, UKD72, L3 1BP, United Kingdom

Contact Email: Procurement@liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk

Status
active
Procedure
open
Value
1600000.0 GBP
Gross: 2000000 GBP
Published
02 Feb 2026, 10:03
Deadline
03 Mar 2026, 12:00
Contract Start
n/a
Contract End
n/a
Category
works
CPV
45233100 - Construction work for highways, roads
Region
n/a
Awarded To
n/a
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

Description

The purpose of this commission is to seek the appointment of a specialist engineering contractor to provide Early Contractor Involvement and design of the slope stabilisation measures and variable messaging sign (VMS) foundation and superstructure, followed by the implementation of the design of the , Rockfall containment netting adjacent to the West bound carriageway of the A59 Kingsway Tunnel approach road between Mill Lane Bridge and Breck Road Bridge, together with the installation of the VMS foundation and superstructure and the associated power and data connections. In addition, remedial works to the existing drapery mesh to the inbound carriageway adjacent to Breck road. Services will include, but not be limited to: • Early contractor involvement/assessment/advice • Identification and procurement of any additional surveys required to complete the design • Design of the works to the outbound and inbound embankment as set out in this document and the VMS foundation and superstructure • Surveys and inspections associated with the design of the above elements • Support party wall surveyor in developing any necessary agreements with owners of adjacent properties • Vegetation clearance from the embankment • Provision of access for engineer inspection of embankment (as required) • Rock scaling works (as required) • Installation of slope stabilisation measures (Drapery mesh) • Support party wall surveyor in agreeing any necessary agreements with owners of adjacent properties

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Opportunity Context

More Information Links

External Link: https://procontract.due-north.com/Home

Link Description: Bidders wishing to participate in this tender opportunity must log in to their Proactis procurement portal account. Once logged in, bidders will be able to view the tender details and download the tender pack and all supporting documentation. Bidders who are not currently registered on the Proactis portal may register free of charge. Registration will enable access to this tender opportunity and associated documents. The registration link is: https://procontract.due-north.com/SupplierRegistration/Register All tender submissions must be completed and submitted via the Proactis procurement portal by the stated deadline. Tender submissions submitted by email or post will not be accepted. Guidance on how to use the Proactis portal, including user support and instructional videos, is available on the website to assist bidders in preparing and submitting their tender response.

External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008788-2026

Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

Lots

Lot 1 Status: active

Lot 1 Value: GBP 1,600,000

Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 2,000,000

Lot 1 Contract Start: 2026-04-13T00:00:00+01:00

Lot 1 Contract End: 2027-04-12T23:59:59+01:00

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Quality (55%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (cost): Cost (40%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Social Value (5%)

Documents

Document Description: Not published

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Document Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

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