Published date: 9 July 2018

This notice was replaced on 11 July 2019

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Awarded contract (published 11 July 2019)

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Contract summary

Industry

  • Highways consultancy services - 71311210

  • Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services - 71600000

Location of contract

North East

Value of contract

£25,000

Procurement reference

NHM002-DN351867-90193712

Published date

9 July 2018

Closing date

20 July 2018

Contract start date

6 August 2018

Contract end date

31 July 2020

Contract type

Service contract

Procedure type

Open procedure

Any interested supplier may submit a tender in response to an opportunity notice.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

Yes

Description

The 'Union Chain Bridge: crossing borders, inspiring communities' is an ambitious project involving the conservation of the historically and internationally significant Grade I/Category A listed Union Chain Bridge and an extensive programme of public engagement. The structure unifies Scotland and England across the River Tweed, promoting both the historical context of the bridge and inspiring a new generation of engineers through its international importance.

The Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Consultant is to carry out a range of testing methods on the wrought iron chains, links and pins, to identify surface breaking cracks and section loss. The Consultant must provide method statements, sequencing and risk assessments, for their intended works. The Chains are to be checked for fatigue cracking, and evidence of historic forge welding around the eyelets and rod. The chain links, pins and hanger caps shall also be checked for cracking. In addition a number of hangers have previously failed due to fatigue induced fracture, and will also be subject to NDT.

More information

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About the buyer

Contact name

Jacqui Arkle

Address

County Hall
Morpeth
NE61 2EF
United Kingdom

Telephone

+44 1670622550

Email

jacqui.arkle@northumberland.gov.uk

Website

http://www.northumberland.gov.uk