Demolition of industrial premises - GMPTE

DEMOLITION OF UP TO 11 INDUSTRIAL PREMISES AT ELSINORE ROAD, OLD TRAFFORD,
MANCHESTER
ADVANCE WORKS FOR METROLINK
PHASE 3 - OLD TRAFFORD DEPOT

Greater Manchester Passenger Transport Executive (GMPTE) is seeking
expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced contractors
who wish to be considered for inclusion on a select list for the above
project.
The scheme comprises advance works for the Metrolink Phase 3 Extension to
demolish up to 11 mainly single storey industrial premises on Elsinore Road
and Ayres Road, Old Trafford, Manchester, the clearance of the site and
perimeter fencing to the site boundaries.
The total site area is approx. 55 hectares with the premises, of various

forms of construction, covering an area of approximately 35,000 square
metres.
The works are scheduled to be undertaken in Winter 2003, but may require
minor phasing to accommodate properties not yet vacated.
The contract will be on the basis of fixed price under the National
Federation of Demolition Contractors Form of Direct Contract, amended to
incorporate GMPTE's requirements.
Applicants must demonstrate their ability to undertake the above works in
their expressions of interest, which must include details of similar
contracts undertaken recently. In addition contractors applying must
provide the following information with their submission:-
a. The names and addresses of three technical referees who are able to
provide a reference of the applicant's competence in relation to this type
of work. Details of particular projects undertaken by the applicants should
form part of these references.
b. A Copy of the Company's latest audited accounts, which should not be
more than 19 months old.
c. The name and address of the Company's bankers.
d. Confirmation that the Company is insured for Public Liability of at
least £5,000,000.
e. A copy of the Company's Construction Industry Tax Deducation Certificate.
f. Evidence of having acted in the role of Principal Contractor under the
1994 CDM Regulations on similar schemes.
Applicants should ensure that their written application reaches the address
below by Friday 11th July 2003.
The Deputy Director General, GMPTE, 9 Portland Street, Piccadilly Gardens,
Manchester M60 1HX

GMPTE