Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE COUNCIL
Municipal Offices,Town Hall Square
GRIMSBY
DN311HU
Contact
Capital Works
capital.frameworks@nelincs.gov.uk
Telephone
+44 1472326942
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UKE13 - North and North East Lincolnshire
Internet address(es)
Main address
Buyer's address
one.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Regional or local authority
one.5) Main activity
General public services
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
HD009-20-1 Corporation Bridge Refurbishment
Reference number
DN574562
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 45000000 - Construction work
two.1.3) Type of contract
Works
two.1.4) Short description
EQUANS on behalf of North East Lincolnshire is seeking a suitably qualified principal contractor for the refurbishment of Corporation Bridge, which is a grade 2 listed structure. Specialist contractors will be required who have the experience with working on historic assets of this type
Due to the age of the structure it's materials, and the aggressive environment, many elements of the structure are deteriorating.
• Widespread corrosion and section loss of the below deck metal elements including the structural girders (both longitudinal and transverse), the bearings, and connecting elements including the rivets.
• Particularly heavy corrosion and section loss to the first cross beam of the moving span, due to water ingress from the adjacent joint. This includes 50% section loss to some stiffeners.
• Damage and deterioration to the timber "Acme" deck panels and sealant to the lifting section carriageway.
• Extensive failure of protective pain system below the deck level, and area failures of same above the deck level.
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £5,000,000
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.2) Description
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 44112000 - Miscellaneous building structures
- 44200000 - Structural products
- 92522000 - Preservation services of historical sites and buildings
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKE13 - North and North East Lincolnshire
Main site or place of performance
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The proposed works will include the following :
Mechanical
Replace filler plates and protective casing to mechanical elements.
Free, scour, clean, and grease roller bearings.
Upgrade of electrical control system for the lifting mechanism.
Structural
Scour away corrosion to all elements, repair steel where needed by splicing in new metal, replace corroded rivets. This may involve replacing the steel deck plates, depending on their condition.
Remove invasive plant life and repair various cracked and damaged stone copings and brickwork in abutments and wing walls. This may involve structural sheet piling works to redistribute loading away from failing brick elements.
Replace deteriorating Acme carriageway panels and sealant.
Clear and upgrade inadequate superstructure drainage.
Bridge waterproof replacement.
Repair works to the substructure at each end of the bridge and the piers, supporting the main structure.
Undertake conservation works to the Control Room.
Aesthetics
Remove failing / failed paint system (likely abrasive blasting), and repaint entire structure. It is hoped that an improved paint system, such as a resinous paint system, will be used as the primary protective system, potentially with an outer coat of traditional paint in order to satisfy the listing. This would extend the lifespan of the refurbished structure and give a greater return on investment.
Bridge lighting improvements.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £5,000,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
15
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.14) Additional information
A principal contractor will be appointed to oversee all of the elements of the work. Therefore dividing the tender into lots was not an option.
Section three. Legal, economic, financial and technical information
three.1) Conditions for participation
three.1.1) Suitability to pursue the professional activity, including requirements relating to enrolment on professional or trade registers
List and brief description of conditions
The successful tenderer must hold Construction Health and Safety (CHAS) or equivalent Safety Schemes in Procurement (SSIP)
The successful tenderer must be a member of Constructionline.
three.1.2) Economic and financial standing
List and brief description of selection criteria
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
A parent company guarantee and collateral warranties will be required.
The successful tenderer will be subject to a financial assessment and credit check.
three.1.3) Technical and professional ability
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
three.2) Conditions related to the contract
three.2.3) Information about staff responsible for the performance of the contract
Obligation to indicate the names and professional qualifications of the staff assigned to performing the contract
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.1) Type of procedure
Open procedure
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: No
four.2) Administrative information
four.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
Date
17 December 2021
Local time
12:00pm
four.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted
English
four.2.6) Minimum time frame during which the tenderer must maintain the tender
Duration in months: 4 (from the date stated for receipt of tender)
four.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders
Date
17 December 2021
Local time
12:01pm
Place
North East Lincolnshire Council
Municipal Offices
Town Hall Square
Grimsby
DN31 1HU
Information about authorised persons and opening procedure
Democratic Services Officer for North East Lincolnshire Council
Section six. Complementary information
six.1) Information about recurrence
This is a recurrent procurement: No
six.2) Information about electronic workflows
Electronic invoicing will be accepted
Electronic payment will be used
six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
North East Lincolnshire Council Legal Services
Municipal Offices, Town Hall Square
Grimsby
DN31 1HU
legalprocurement@nelincs.gov.uk
Country
United Kingdom