Coalsnaughton Support Technical Review

This notice is intended to inform that a call off from a Framework has taken place.

The Coalsnaughton Incident requires multidisciplinary engineering input across structural, geotechnical, mining and geological matters. WSP is undertaking significant elements of the technical work and engineering development for Phase 2 under separate commissions approved through the MRA Engineering Services Framework.

It is considered appropriate for the MRA to obtain independent technical assurance of key elements of this work. The appointment of SLR provides additional specialist challenge and advice to support the MRA in understanding the technical evidence presented, identifying material gaps or concerns and making informed decisions as the project progresses.

The scope includes:

• review of structural inspection reports relating to properties identified for demolition; • technical review of proposed protection and demolition works; • review and interpretation of available site characterisation information; • engagement with BGS; • review of relevant WSP technical information and deliverables; • participation in technical and project meetings; and • ongoing multidisciplinary technical advice.

The commission is deliberately structured as an assurance and advisory role. SLR will not replace the responsibilities of WSP or other designers and consultants, nor will they make decisions on behalf of the MRA.