en.Wedoany.com Reported - National Highways is conducting pre-market engagement for a £168 million maintenance framework contract covering over 3,100 structures and assets originally part of the UK railway network, with the current framework set to expire next year.

The new contract is expected to run from August 25, 2027, to August 24, 2034. National Highways has been responsible for overseeing the Historical Railways Estate (HRE) since 2013, but has decided to outsource the work as it states it cannot provide the services internally.

The scope of work under the contract is divided into major and minor works. Major works include demolition, waterproofing, masonry and stonework repairs, as well as the repair and protection of metal structures. Minor works include vegetation clearance, masonry and stonework repairs, pointing and stabilization, installation of safety fencing, and addressing unauthorized access. Emergency response capability is also required.

The response service requires the successful bidder to arrive on site within four hours to conduct safety assessments, carry out minor repairs, and respond to various emergencies such as bridge strikes, flood damage, and storm damage.

Parties interested in participating in the pre-market engagement can answer questions posed by National Highways via an online form, which will provide feedback to the road authority on procurement and delivery methods, including the framework structure.

The deadline for questionnaire submissions is July 10. National Highways currently expects to publish the tender notice on October 16.

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