ROLLS BRIDGE / JUBILEE FIELDS FOOTBRIDGE AND FOOTPATH PROJECT

Gillingham Town Council is seeking tenders from experienced and appropriately qualified contractors for the construction of two new footbridges and a new riverside path at Jubilee Fields, Gillingham. The project must support sustainable environmental practices and meet regulatory and planning requirements. The scope of work will include, but is not limited to: Bridge A: Supply and install a 17m long, 2.5m wide steel frame pedestrian bridge with recycled plastic decking and parapets over the River Stour, including all necessary concrete abutments and foundations, with a minimum 20-year warranty on plastic components. Bridge B: Remove the existing 9m timber bridge and supply and install a new 9m long, 2.5m wide steel frame bridge with recycled plastic decking and parapets over the stream using existing pads. Footpath Works: Excavate and construct a new footpath alignment (approx. 85m), 200mm deep and at least 5m from the riverbank (except at the culvert crossing), reconnecting to the existing tarmac path. Culvert Crossing: Supply and install a suitable culvert at the stream crossing. Site safety, signage, and construction phase health and safety compliance. Compliance with planning conditions. Project management and quality assurance throughout construction. Compliance: Ensure all works meet relevant standards, planning and environmental consents, and health and safety requirements. Handover: Leave site clean and tidy. Provide as-built drawings, maintenance manuals, and warranty certificates on completion.