0661 Boars Head Footbridge Superstructure Renewal Works Contract 2026
Wigan Council is procuring works to renew the Boars Head Footbridge, a three-span steel pedestrian structure running parallel to the A5106 Chorley Road and crossing the West Coast Mainline railway in Wigan. The contract requires removal of the existing steel deck, trestles and associated fittings, refurbishment and extension of foundations and bankseat structures, and installation of a new steel footbridge, trestles, bearing plates and removable deck plates. The scope also includes traffic management, permits and railway possessions, service protection, surfacing and lighting removal, an ACO drainage run at the west end, minor approach regrading, kerb and footpath reinstatement, and full site clearance with the necessary transport, tools, access equipment, welfare and water disposal. The estimated contract value is £975,000, with the works timeframe not stated. Delivery is at the Boars Head Footbridge within the Network Rail boundary in Wigan, United Kingdom. The critical qualification requirement is that bidders must be Tier 1 Network Rail contractors, with works managed under CDM 2015 and supported by approved risk and method statements before commencement.
Buyer: Wigan Council. Source: Find a Tender. Updated 8 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £975k
- Bids close: 20 Nov 2026
- Location: Greater Manchester North West
- Procedure: Below threshold - open competition
- Contract period: 5 Apr 2027 to 13 Jun 2027
- Category: Railway bridge construction work (45221112)
From the official notice
Boars Head Footbridge is a three span simply supported steel structure, which carries the footbridge running parallel to the A5106 Chorley Road, over the West Coast Mainline railway line, in Wigan. The deck consists of an existing steel deck, supported by steel trestles located adjacent the up and down lines and bankseat abutments located in the embankments. All are located within the Network Rail Boundary. Wigan Council are seeking tier 1 Network Rail contractors to undertake the following works. The works are to remove the existing steel footbridge structure, refurbish the foundations and banking seats and install a new steel footbridge and supporting trestles. The work includes installing an ACO type drain to the West end of the bridge and minor regrading of the approaches at the East and West Entrances of the bridge. The reconstruction works briefly comprise: • Installing Traffic Management • Obtaining all necessary permits and possessions • Removing surfacing, street lighting and service box • Protecting services • Removing the existing steel footbridge and supports • Checking and making good the concrete surfaces to the trestles and bearing surfaces • Extending the existing seat structure • Install new bearing plates and removable deck plates • Install the new trestles and footbridge • Install new ACO drain run to West end, connecting into the existing surface water drain • Replace any kerbs disturbed during the works • Make good existing footpath surface • Remove traff...
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 20 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £975k.
Who can apply?
Any supplier that meets the buyer's requirements can apply. Check the official notice for conditions.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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