London Gateway Port has gone out to tender with a contract for enabling civil works as part of the construction of a new BOXBAY container handling system at its London Gateway terminal with an estimated value of £5.4 million (inc VAT).
The Boxbay enabling works consist of the installation of new below ground utility ducting; new fire water pipework; new fire hydrants; and new drainage pipework along with associated access chambers.
Additionally, existing electrical services and equipment will be diverted/relocated including an existing feeder pillar; an electric vehicle charger; supplies for existing yard lighting; and other small power supply requirements.
To facilitate this, demolition and removal of existing yard areas will be required, together with excavation for the installation of the services; and the reinstatement of new yard finishes.
It is intended that the enabling works commence in April 2026 for a duration of 3 months.
Civil works required include:
- Installation of new utility ducting and chambers
- Removal/diversion of existing electrical supplies including feeder pillars, EV charger etc.
- Installation of HV cabling
- Installation of Earthworks and heavy duty pavement
- Installation of new surface water drainage pipework
- Installation of new fire hydrants and pipework
Current estimated start and end contract dates are 1 April 2026 to 1 July 2026.
Current estimated award decision date is 27 February 2026. Initial phase of the procurement will be a Pre Qualification Questionnaire PQQ - shortlisted companies will then be invited to tender.
Deadline for submission of enquiries and for requests to participate about the tender is 12:00pm on 23 February 2026,
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