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We require the detailed design and supply (only) of Pre-cast Concrete L-Shape Retaining Walls with pigmentation to site near Euston station. There are 4 main sections required with multiple transition pieces and expect to install these units in early 2022.

Scope of the subcontract works This package includes all management, labour, plant and materials and any other resources necessary to properly carry out and complete the Hoarding/fencing design, independent design checking, co-ordination, procurement, fabrication, supply, delivery, off-loading, distribution, and installation of Hoarding/fencing works across SCS JV asset sites for HS2 in Area West.

Scope / Description The subcontract works are to construct the sprayed waterproofing required for the new Harvil Road over Chiltern Line Bridge (HROC) and Copthall Tunnel. The HROC structure is a new single span integral bridge with piled wingwalls and abutments supporting a composite steel bridge over the Chiltern lines. The Copthall Tunnel is a 550m long cut and cover, in-situ RC tunnel with an integral bridge deck for Harvil Road in the western portal. .

The scope for this package is the supply of 571 no. precast reinforced-concrete noise barrier panels, which will form part of the noise barrier structure to be constructed along the north and south sides of the High Speed Two (HS2) trace at the West Ruislip retained embankment and the Gatemead embankment. The noise barrier structure will also be constructed across the River Pinn Underbridge (RPU) and the Breakspear Road Underbridge (BRSU) structures. The breakdown of the required number of precast reinforced-concrete noise barrier panels is as follows: - Noise Barrier South Standard Panels: 248 no. c.5.60m-high precast reinforced-concrete noise barrier panels, with a c.30.60 deg. cranked edge commencing at roughly 2.30m high. Lengths are between 2.70m and 3.78m. - Noise Barrier South Transition Zone Panels: 16 no. precast reinforced-concrete noise barrier panels, again with a cranked edge. Heights are between 6.19m and 6.37m, with lengths between 2.95m and 2.99m. - Noise Barrier South Bridge Panels: 18 no. straight precast reinforced-concrete noise barrier panels (no cranked edge). Heights are between 5.73m and 7.00m, with lengths between 1.50m and 3.22m. - Noise Barrier North Standard Panels: 253 no. c.3.10m-high straight precast reinforced-concrete noise barrier panels (no cranked edge). Lengths are between 2.59m and 3.04m. - Noise Barrier North Transition Zone Panels: 18 no. straight precast reinforced-concrete noise barrier panels (no cranked edge). Heights are between 3.46m and 3.60m, with lengths between 2.97m and 3.00m. - Noise Barrier North Bridge Panels: 18 no. straight precast reinforced-concrete noise barrier panels (no cranked edge). Heights are between 3.23m and 4.50m, with lengths between 1.50m and 3.22m. The attached drawing provides a visual representation of the proposed noise barrier structure. The goods are to include lifting points (hooks/eyes/etc.) and tie-in points for temporary works purposes. The services are: - production of shop drawings, - design of the lifting and tie-in points, - creation of the necessary moulds, - fabrication/casting of the required precast reinforced-concrete noise barrier panels, and - delivery to SCS JV's site and SCS JV's testing subcontractor's facilities (location TBC). There may also be a requirement for storage space, depending upon the proposals for the noise barrier panels to be delivered on a just-in-time basis.

High Speed 2 (HS2) is the new High-Speed Rail Network running between London in the South and Manchester and Leeds to the North. Skanska Construction UK Ltd, Costain Ltd, STRABAG AG (SCS) have been awarded the two Main Works Civils Contracts (MWCC) - S1 and S2 tunnels. S1 includes two 9 km twin bored tunnels between the new HS2 stations, Euston and Old Oak Common. S2 continues from Old Oak Common with 15 km of twin bored tunnels to West Ruislip where there is approximately 5 km of open route before transitioning into C1 lot (managed by Others). SCS's scope will include the full design of all Main Civil Works for the Lots S1 and S2 of HS2. The Project is split down into three areas, Area East (Euston), Area Central (Old Oak Common) and Area West (West Ruislip). This opportunity currently relates to works that will occur in Area West, which extends from West Ruislip to Old Oak Common, although there may be the possibility to extend the scope to cover Area Central and Area East at a later date once requirements have ascertained. Buildings, bridges and other assets along the route of the tunnels need to be prepared for the tunnel boring machines (TBMs) to be driven through underground and remediated/repaired afterwards in the event of damage as a result of movement and the like. The specific scope for this opportunity is: The provision of all management, supervision, labour, plant, materials, equipment and consumables (including fuels) necessary to carry out and complete the design, supply, delivery, installation, maintenance, testing and commissioning of the Bridge work consisting of: General Items: • Assessment and design of solutions for permanent works as may be required including associated drawings, calculations and P.I. insurance. • Design and provision of any necessary temporary works required including the associated drawings, calculations and P.I. insurance. • All necessary access provisions and equipment. • Coordination and integration with other trades and subcontractors to properly complete the works. • Necessary expertise, experience, assurances and approvals relating to working in Network Rail, London Underground and Highways environments. • Capability for the fabrication/manufacture of works off-site. • Assistance and support in the preparation for, and acquisition of, any required licenses, consents, approvals and permissions. • BIM capability is preferable although not critical. Bridge Works includes: • Supply of the Hydraulic Jacking Frames and associated materials required to construct the approved design solution. • Installation of the Hydraulic Jacking Frame solution. • Commission, maintenance and removal of the hydraulic jacking frames. • Bearing(s) replacement. • Supply of the materials to construct the approved structural strengthening design solution. • Installation of the structural strengthening design solution. • Provision of input to provide assessment and production of the detailed design inclusive of relevant CAT2/CAT3 checks. • Production of detailed fabrication and shop drawings. When selecting a supplier SCS look for alignment of values, behaviours and cultures, between ourselves and our supply chain. SCS and HS2 have aligned their values to the following: * Safety * Integrity * Leadership * Respect Please refer to HS2 supplier guide. ( https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/hs2-supplier-guide) In order to achieve a successful project outcome we have published a manifesto of our guiding principles, which include: * Making HS2 affordable * Delivering on promises * We build with people in mind * Delivering more than a railway * Achieving more together * Creative and challenging Successfully shortlisted supplier's will be those with verifiable experience, the appropriate capability and resources to deliver the scope of works. During this stage supplier's may then be invited to the project to formally demonstrate their experience and capabilities. As an alternative phone/webinar interviews may be conducted. Shortlisted suppliers will be sent a Prequalification Questionnaire (PQQ) request. Suppliers successfully selected through the prequalification will be invited to provide a formal competitive tender for the services. The Invitation to Tender (ITT) and final selection will be based upon a balanced scorecard, requiring suppliers to demonstrate their ability to work with the projects values and behaviours in mind, whilst proving their capabilities and competence, through qualitive and quantative evidence. We are an unincorporated joint venture between Skanska, Costain and Strabag working on HS2 main works civil engineering contract for Section 1 and Section 2 of the planned HS2 route. Not only have the individual companies delivered high speed rail, major infrastructure and some of the most iconic structures internationally, the joint venture also has a proven record of working together. Skanska and Costain have a long history of successfully delivering civil engineering projects together in the UK, dating back 30 years. In joint venture they have delivered many major infrastructure projects, including the M25 in the 1980s, High Speed 1 in the early 2000s and the current Crossrail endeavor coming to completion under the streets of London. STRABAG and Skanska have worked together for over 15 years on European projects in Switzerland, Slovakia and Norway. As a joint venture, we are bringing together our collective strength to deliver world-class engineering, contributing to the long term economic growth of local and international markets. This is perfectly encapsulated in our mission; to draw everyone together to create a strong foundation from which to launch a transformative legacy.

High Speed 2 (HS2) is the new High-Speed Rail Network running between London in the South and Manchester and Leeds to the North. Skanska Construction UK Ltd, Costain Ltd, STRABAG AG (SCS) have been awarded the two Main Works Civils Contracts (MWCC) - S1 and S2 tunnels. S1 includes two 9 km twin bored tunnels between the new HS2 stations, Euston and Old Oak Common. S2 continues from Old Oak Common with 15 km of twin bored tunnels to West Ruislip where there is approximately 5 km of open route before transitioning into C1 lot (managed by Others). SCS's scope will include the full design of all Main Civil Works for the Lots S1 and S2 of HS2. The Project is split down into three areas, Area East (Euston), Area Central (Old Oak Common) and Area West (West Ruislip). This opportunity currently relates to works that will occur in Area West, which extends from West Ruislip to Old Oak Common, although there may be the possibility to extend the scope to cover Area Central and Area East at a later date once requirements have ascertained. Buildings, bridges and other assets along the route of the tunnels need to be prepared for the tunnel boring machines (TBMs) to be driven through underground and remediated/repaired afterwards in the event of damage as a result of movement and the like. The specific scope for this opportunity is: The provision of all management, supervision, labour, plant, materials, equipment and consumables (including fuels) necessary to carry out and complete the design, supply, delivery, installation, maintenance, testing and commissioning of the Building work consisting of: General Items: • Assessment and design of solutions for permanent works as may be required including associated drawings, calculations and P.I. insurance. • Design and provision of any necessary temporary works required including the associated drawings, calculations and P.I. insurance. • All necessary access provisions and equipment. • Coordination and integration with other trades and subcontractors to properly complete the works. • Necessary expertise, experience, assurances and approvals relating to working in Network Rail, London Underground and Highways environments. • Capability for the fabrication/manufacture of works off-site. • Assistance and support in the preparation for, and acquisition of, any required licenses, consents, approvals and permissions. • BIM capability is preferable although not critical. Civils and Substructures: • Underpinning, propping/bracing/pre-remediation of existing cracking/structural modifications (rotation provision) etc, service preparation. • Removal of propping/bracing. • Brickwork reinstatement/ making good and repointing of joints. • Concrete slab works to include removal of defected/ cracked sections and reinstatement and or making good, including crack inducers as necessary. • Excavating, including hand digging, as necessary. • Localised drainage and ducting repairs. • Joint/mastic sealing. When selecting a supplier SCS look for alignment of values, behaviours and cultures, between ourselves and our supply chain. SCS and HS2 have aligned their values to the following: * Safety * Integrity * Leadership * Respect Please refer to HS2 supplier guide. ( https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/hs2-supplier-guide) In order to achieve a successful project outcome we have published a manifesto of our guiding principles, which include: * Making HS2 affordable * Delivering on promises * We build with people in mind * Delivering more than a railway * Achieving more together * Creative and challenging Successfully shortlisted supplier's will be those with verifiable experience, the appropriate capability and resources to deliver the scope of works. During this stage supplier's may then be invited to the project to formally demonstrate their experience and capabilities. As an alternative phone/webinar interviews may be conducted. Shortlisted suppliers will be sent a Prequalification Questionnaire (PQQ) request. Suppliers successfully selected through the prequalification will be invited to provide a formal competitive tender for the services. The Invitation to Tender (ITT) and final selection will be based upon a balanced scorecard, requiring suppliers to demonstrate their ability to work with the projects values and behaviours in mind, whilst proving their capabilities and competence, through qualitive and quantative evidence. We are an unincorporated joint venture between Skanska, Costain and Strabag working on HS2 main works civil engineering contract for Section 1 and Section 2 of the planned HS2 route. Not only have the individual companies delivered high speed rail, major infrastructure and some of the most iconic structures internationally, the joint venture also has a proven record of working together. Skanska and Costain have a long history of successfully delivering civil engineering projects together in the UK, dating back 30 years. In joint venture they have delivered many major infrastructure projects, including the M25 in the 1980s, High Speed 1 in the early 2000s and the current Crossrail endeavor coming to completion under the streets of London. STRABAG and Skanska have worked together for over 15 years on European projects in Switzerland, Slovakia and Norway. As a joint venture, we are bringing together our collective strength to deliver world-class engineering, contributing to the long term economic growth of local and international markets. This is perfectly encapsulated in our mission; to draw everyone together to create a strong foundation from which to launch a transformative legacy.

The scope for this package is the supply of SCL Formworks. SCS require lining shutters to construct cast insitu concrete tunnel secondary linings. The works will include: *Technical design *Design to British or European Standards. *Provision of calculations and drawings, including design of all temporary loads such as concrete pressure and uplift/floatation without penetrations through the shutter or waterproof membrane. *Provision of erection sequence /shop drawings *Manufacture and delivery of formwork to SCS jobsites, at multiple locations along the HS2 S1 and S2 contract. *Initial assembly of the system in the tunnel. *Buy-back of the system. The works are split in to 3no. separate packages: 1) Cross Passages a. Access limited to cross passage by openings in the TBM running tunnel of 2.850 x 1.900m b. Secondary lining invert will have previously been cast flat. c. Secondary lining thickness of ~250mm. d. Shutter internal dimensions ~2.7m high x 3.3m wide. e. Cast in a single pour. f. Cross passages varying in length from 5-5.8m. The shutter should be adaptable to suit this length, and the combined TBM horizontal driving tolerances from both bores g. Due to access limitations for mechanical lifting, the shutter should take into consideration UK manual handling legislation. h. Required for July 2022 2) Old Oak Common SCL Tunnels a. Secondary lining shutters to facilitate the construction of both the Upline and Down running tunnels concurrently (2no complete sets of panels and carriages required) b. Shutter internal dimensions ~10m diameter. c. Formwork to be adaptable for a range of profiles, with common arc sections and make up pieces. d. Cast in a single pour. e. Shutter suitable for pours ~10m in length. Adaptable for make-up pours f. Formwork to be carriage mounted and hydraulically operated. g. Secondary lining invert will have previously been cast flat. h. Secondary lining thickness of ~350mm i. Facing material suitable for up 20no. of pours, with no access to clean or oil, whilst still providing F2 finish. j. Required for April 2023 3) Euston SCL Tunnels a. Secondary lining shutters to facilitate the construction of i. both the Upline and Down Crossover tunnels concurrently (2no complete sets of panels and carriages required) ,internal dimensions ~10m diameter. ii. Cavern crossover of varying sizes (15m, 13m and 11m), formwork to be adaptable for a range of profiles with common arc sections and make up pieces where possible. b. Cast in a single pour. c. Shutter suitable for pours ~10m in length. Adaptable for make-up pours d. Formwork to be carriage mounted and hydraulically operated. e. Secondary lining invert will have previously been cast flat. f. Secondary lining thickness of ~350mm g. Facing material suitable for up 35no. of pours, with no access to clean or oil, whilst still providing F2 finish. h. Required for Jan 2024