Scope
Reference
25_15_PS
Description
The City of London Corporation, acting as trustee for Bridge House Estates (operating as City Bridge Foundation), is seeking early market engagement for two consultancy contracts supporting the management of five iconic Thames bridges and associated structures.
The opportunity is split into two Lots:
Lot 1: Bridge Inspection Services - covering biennial inspections across 16 varied structures using BridgeStation, delivered by experienced bridge inspectors.
We estimate the total value of this contract to be: £250,000
Lot 2: Engineering Consultancy Services - providing asset management, programme implementation, and project support services.
We estimate the total value of this contract to be: £900,000
Each Lot will be awarded separately, with contracts commencing 1 April 2026 for a duration of six years to align with the Foundation's rolling inspection cycle.
Total value (estimated)
- £1,200,000 excluding VAT
- £1,440,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2032
- 6 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 71631450 - Bridge-inspection services
Contract locations
- UKI - London
Engagement
Engagement deadline
29 August 2025
Engagement process description
This PME seeks input on the contract scope, delivery models, and market capability. It does not represent a call for competition.
PME Questionnaire Deadline: 29th August by 12:00 noon
Responses must be submitted via: https://cityoflondon.ukp.app.jaggaer.com
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
30 September 2025
Contracting authority
The Mayor and Commonalty and Citizens of the City of London
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PYQD-1693-MYXR
PO Box 270
City of London
EC2P 2EJ
United Kingdom
Contact name: Georgia Lawrence
Email: georgia.lawrence@cityoflondon.gov.uk
Website: https://www.cityoflondon.gov.uk
Region: UKI43 - Haringey and Islington
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government