Package 1 Willenhall and Darlaston Construction of New Stations

Tender description

The West Midlands Combined Authority is seeking to appoint a suitable contractor for the development of new stations at Willenhall and Darlaston. Lot 1: The West Midlands Combined Authority is seeking to appoint a suitable contractor for the development of new stations at Willenhall and Darlaston (the Project). The Project will consist of the construction of two new stations at Willenhall and Darlaston and supporting rail infrastructure works, on the route between Walsall and Wolverhampton to support access for new train services that increase connectivity in the Greater Birmingham area. To meet this objective the project shall deliver: (a) two new two platform stations with 4 car platforms at each; (b) lift access on all platforms; (c) footbridge at both stations linking the platforms; (d) surface level car parking and drop off facilities at both stations; (e) passive provision for future station facilities; and (f) track, OLE and signalling works to facilitate the new stations and train services.