A9 dualling switches to £1.9bn framework model

Transport Scotland will begin market engagement subsequent month forward of inviting bids in March for locations on a four-year A9 Dualling Supply Framework Settlement, masking the remaining sections between Perth and Inverness.

The £1.9bn programme will see all future work let by way of call-offs underneath a single framework, a transfer anticipated to hurry up procurement and enhance supply effectivity on the long-delayed scheme.

Earlier phases have been let as standalone contracts, with Balfour Beatty and Wills Bros securing main packages.

Transport Scotland mentioned the framework may embrace a lotting construction, however this will likely be formed by contractor suggestions throughout session.

The framework will cowl full design and development of twin two-lane all-purpose carriageway, together with bridges, junctions, earthworks and intensive environmental mitigation on the remaining 90km of improve.

Neighborhood advantages, SME participation and truthful work commitments will kind a part of the supply necessities.

Contractors already energetic on the A9 dualling programme embrace:

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