Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c73-8aa8-7065-abee-73a3cf56015f/public-address-voice-alarm-system-for-the-mersey-tunnels awarded GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Public Address Voice Alarm System for the Mersey Tunnels [Merseytravel](https://tendernation.io/buyers/merseytravel) Estimated value £700,000 Published 15 May 2020 Deadline Closed 17 Jun 2020 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Merseytravel are planning to replace a redundant and obsolete Public Address Voice Alarm System in the Kingsway and Queensway tunnels. Merseytravel are looking to engage a supplier who has experience of the design and implementation of VA system in a road tunnels environment. The supplier will design and build a new VAS for the Kingsway and Queensway road tunnels. The voice alarm system will allow either of the two control centres to provide Voice Alarm and information during an emergency. The Kingsway tunnel is 1.8Km long and is a double bore tunnel with two, two lane carriageways one in either direction. The Queensway tunnel is 3.2km and is a single bore tunnel with four lanes of traffic two in each direction. On completion of successful installation commissioning and site acceptance tests the supplier will provide a three year support contract to maintain the system through a bedding in period. This will include an option to extend the support period into a fourth year. Merseytravel is the Executive body that provides professional, strategic and operational transport advice to the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority to enable it to make informed decisions. It is also the delivery arm, making transport happen. Merseytravel delivers transport projects that support the economic growth of the city region. The focus is on improving connectivity within the region and beyond, improving the customer experience from ticket buying to journey planning and maintaining the integrated transport network, including the Mersey Ferries and Mersey Tunnels, to ensure it is fit for the future, accessible and safe. The aim is to make that network world class. Additional information: This is a goods / supplies contract including design, supply and installation. A maintenance package is also required. The procurement documents are available on The Chest ([the-chest.org.uk](https://www.the-chest.org.uk)) under reference DN476124. 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