Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c94-bf35-7280-8a6e-91901e9aeaa8/gb-bristol-dunwich-quarry-suffolk-extraction-and-processing-contract

closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs

# GB-Bristol: Dunwich Quarry (Suffolk) Extraction and Processing Contract

[Forestry Commission, acting through Forestry England (hereinafter referred to as Forestry England)](https://tendernation.io/buyers/forestry-commission-acting-through-forestry-england-hereinafter-referred-to-as-forestry-england)

Estimated value

£100,000 to £500,000

Published

18 May 2022

Deadline

Closed

23 Jun 2022

## 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.

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## About this tender

Forestry England requires the Contractor to carry out the following works to facilitate the extraction and processing of aggregates at the Dunwich Quarry:

- Removal of material from processed stockpiles.
- Processing of raw materials including crushing and screening.
- Management of the by-product (sand), which must remain on site and cannot be used to backfill historical and ecological work site.
- Maintenance and reinstatement of quarry floor and safety features
- Maintenance and reinstatement of egress and quarry roads, during quarrying operations
- Loading of aggregate during quarry operations
- Daily inspections as required by the Quarries Regulations in accordance with Client's requirements.
- Soil and overburden excavation, haulage within the quarry and tip creation.
- Restoration works; to include scarifying gravel face to a safe angle and levelling off the quarry floor.
- Provision of competent supervision to oversee the above activities by an appointed 8.1(d) in accordance with the Quarries Regulations.

Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## CPV classification

Mining, basic metals and related products

Source

Contracts Finder (UK)

[View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/68940923-5c46-4da2-b0bb-f565a8383efa)

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