The Agency has published an OJEU notice for work on the first phase of the Thames Estuary Plan (TE2100).

It is now looking for a delivery partner for flood prevention work over the next decade covering the Tidal Thames from Teddington in West London, through to Sheerness and Shoeburyness in Kent and Essex.

Work will cover flood protection walls and embankments and active assets includes flood barriers and other structures with moveable gates, outfalls and pumping stations.

Up to five bidders will be invited to tender and companies must express an interest by October 18.

Peter Quarmby, Thames Estuary Flood Risk Programme Director said: “This is a major investment which will create jobs and protect future generations of Londoners from tidal flooding and the impacts of a changing climate.

“The Thames Barrier and associated tidal flood risk management infrastructure protects 1.25 million people, £200 billion worth of property, UK Government, major infrastructure and businesses. In London, every £1 we invest on protecting communities saves £38 in damage repair.”

For more information contact the Environment Agency FCRM & Major Projects, Kingfisher House, Goldhay Way, Orton Goldhay PE2 5ZR Peterborough UNITED KINGDOM +44 1733464223 [email protected]

To register your interest online use the Environment Agency’s eSourcing portal at www.sell2ea.co.uk