# Mill Meadows Landing Platform

> Tender notice from UK public-sector procurement sources.

## Key facts

- Public buyer: [Bedford Borough Council](/buyers/bedford-borough-council/contract-awards)
- Tender value: £35,000
- Published: 2 June 2017
- Planned start: 1 July 2017
- Planned end: 30 June 2018
- Stage: open_tender
- Procurement category: works
- Notice ID: 9eebf9e1-898f-4320-a348-7b25e580dd1c-151500
- OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e6adee05-efd4-4b91-ba28-43491b7efa69

## Description

A landing platform built on the River Great Ouse in Bedford has fallen into disrepair\. Due to bank erosion the rear side of the platform has partially collapsed\. The structure is a timber clad platform constructed on a steel channel beam supported by steel columns driven into the riverbed\. The land side section of the platform was supported by timber stakes driven into the bank before erosion under the stakes destabilised the structure\. The timber elements of the platform are aged and would benefit from replacement\. The council is looking to either restore the landing platform or demolish and remove the platform completely\. The choice of option depends upon tendered costs of both\. Additional information: Organisations wishing to register an interest in applying should go to www\.in-tendhost\.co\.uk/bedford to register their company/practice information and to express their interest\. You will also be able view the service specifications, and other tender documentation\. If you have need any assistance using the e-tendering website please call 0845 557 8079 or email support@in-tend\.co\.uk\. All communication and questions must be via the www\.in-tendhost\.co\.uk/bedford website\. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

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## Source

[View the original notice on Contracts Finder](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9eebf9e1-898f-4320-a348-7b25e580dd1c-151500)