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closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs

# Study into the applicability of concretes using alternative binders in the HS2 programme

[High Speed Two (HS2) Limited](https://tendernation.io/buyers/high-speed-two-hs2-limited)

Estimated value

£0 to £20,000

Published

24 Oct 2016

Deadline

Closed

18 Nov 2016

## Who can bid

- Buyer says suitable for SMEs

    The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid.
- Small contract value

    Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services.
- Open procedure

    Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage.

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## About this tender

HS2 Ltd requires a Supplier to:

• identify a range of concretes using alternative binders to Portland cement that result in a lower ‘cradle-to-gate’ carbon intensity, compared to conventional Portland cement-based mixes;

• assess their applicability to different concrete elements within the programme; and

• estimate the carbon reductions achievable through using them in the applicable elements.

We envisage that the majority of the work will need to be conducted by an experienced concrete specialist. Further details on the scope for this task can be found in Appendix A (Required Services) attached.

Suppliers that wish to participate must register their interest via email to Andrea Charlson at  by no later than 12noon on 1st November 2016. Registered suppliers will be supplied with the full Invitation to Quote documentation.

Additional information: Please find attached the Specification for this contract.

Suppliers that wish to participate must register their interest via email to Andrea Charlson at  by no later than 12noon on 1st November 2016. Registered suppliers will be supplied with the full Invitation to Quote documentation.

## CPV classification

Environmental engineering consultancy services

Source

Contracts Finder (UK)

[View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/5bbbb664-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b)

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