Shropshire Council is seeking supply chain engagement on the supply and installation of permanent flood defences and a step-free access ramp at the northern approach to Frankwell pedestrian bridge in Shrewsbury.
Working with the Environment Agency, the Council is undertaking preliminary market engagement for the supply and installation of permanent flood defences and a step-free access ramp at the northern approach to Frankwell pedestrian bridge, adjacent to the Guildhall, Shrewsbury.
Two options are currently under consideration:
- Option 1 - integrated permanent flood defences including glazed panels, with a step-free ramp landing on the dry side of the defences;
- Option 2 - a step-free ramp over the existing stepped ramp, landing on the wet side of the existing demountable flood defences.
Associated works include foundations, drainage, surfacing, tie-ins to the existing bridge, public realm interfaces and support with statutory approvals, including planning permission in a conservation area and a Flood Risk Activity Permit.
The Council is seeking market input to identify which option is the best solution and whether it can be delivered ahead of the flood season commencing September 2027. Suppliers are invited to respond to the following questions:
- which option they recommend and why;
- whether they can deliver both options;
- whether they can deliver the proposed solution and also source and install the flood defence barriers,
- which barrier solution they would recommend;
- an indicative cost band for their proposed solution;
- their delivery model (direct delivery, subcontracting or supply chain); and the key risks they foresee.
Project progression is subject to a funding application, which feedback from the engagement will directly support.
Current estimated start and end contract dates are 31 August 2027 to 31 March 2028. Engagement deadline is 8 October 2026 - estimated publication date of a formal tender notice is currently 8 October 2026.
The Council is inviting written responses from interested suppliers, to be submitted via Microsoft Forms.
A preliminary market engagement document with supporting information, including indicative drawings of both options, is available on request from Tim Pritchard at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
The Council is also offering interested suppliers an accompanied site walk-out at the northern approach to Frankwell pedestrian bridge with a dedicated Project Manager - available dates are:
- Monday 21 September 2026, 10:00-13:00
- Wednesday 23 September 2026, 09:00-10:45
- Thursday 24 September 2026, 10:00-13:00 or 15:00-17:00
Advance booking is required. To book a site walk-out, contact Tim Pritchard at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Site visits will be managed to ensure all participants receive equal access to information.
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