Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c89-9edd-7207-a2d5-9b7ee8672752/ekfb-crawler-cranes-additional-resource-framework-opportunity closed GB restricted procedure Suitable for SMEs # EKFB - Crawler Cranes (Additional Resource) - Framework Opportunity [Eiffage Kier JV HS2 Main Civils Works, Lots C2 & C3](https://tendernation.io/buyers/eiffage-kier-jv-hs2-main-civils-works-lots-c2-c3) Estimated value £5,000,000 to £10,000,000 Published 15 Aug 2022 Deadline Closed 26 Aug 2022 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Sets up a framework Winning a place does not guarantee work: contracts are awarded later as call-offs, and the list usually stays closed for years. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender EKFB seek EOI's from interested parties with the appropriate experience and resources for the supply of operated Crawler Cranes in the form of a call-off framework agreement to support the delivery of our C23 HS2 project. The 5 areas for delivery are North Chilterns Area (NCA), Aylesbury Area (AA), Calvert Area (CA), Twyford to Greatworth (T2G) and Greatworth to Southam (G2S). EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. Our scope of the works includes 15 viaducts, 6.9km of green tunnels, 22km of road diversions, 81 bridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation. EKFB may look to award multiple frameworks to suit geographical capability dependant on the response to this EOI, in support of SME's and Local Businesses. Through this expression of interest you are vetted in accordance with the Eiffage Kier Ferrovial BAM prequalification model (Common Assessment Standard) - for further information visit [competefor.com/EiffageKier](https://www.competefor.com/EiffageKier/) Upon successful shortlisting you will be invited to tender from the EKFB's eSourcing platform Market Dojo EKFB will be using a balanced scorecard approach to its procurement activities - for further information visit the above website EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. All four partners bring specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including some of Europe's largest high speed rail projects. EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work. Our inclusive culture ensures that our collaborative and innovative solutions provide exceptional value for money. Read full description ## CPV classification Mobile plant construction work Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/1a3437ab-a8ee-49ef-a3b3-b18ecbbc932b) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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