The Bristol bulk handling terminal Available to Purchase

This paper discusses the project management and procurement of a bulk handling terminal at Bristol, for National Power. The project was complex. It involved the procurement and commissioning of materials handling plant and equipment and extensive civil and marine works. The overall project value was £110 million, of which some £70 million was in the main terminal contract. Because of the tight programme, an accelerated procedure was developed to enable the contract to be let in minimal time. A design-and-construct procurement route was selected, giving the potential for fast-track construction techniques and innovative contractor-led design. During construction, project management was by the National Power Halcrow–Soros joint project team. The integrated management team structure enabled problems to be addressed and overcome with minimal delay. The works, including environmental enhancements that were not part of the original scheme, were completed within a construction period of 22 months. The success of the project is considered to be largely due to proactive project management and the programme advantage derived from the design-and-construct form of contract. The role played by Halcrow–Soros in the project is described.