"Andy Mitchell, Crossrail Programme Director said:
“Tunnel fit-out will be one of the largest contracts to be let by Crossrail, and will create further employment opportunities, as well as providing a welcome boost to regional suppliers. We received significant interest from the rail and construction industry, with a large number of responses received.
The contract will be awarded in early 2013, providing the chosen contractor with sufficient time to undertake detailed design and planning before fit-out work commences in 2014.”
"Construction of Crossrail’s tunnels will get underway next month when
the first tunnel boring machine is launched from Royal Oak. By late
2014, the construction of over 21km of twin-bore tunnel, stretching
across the capital via central London and Docklands, will have been
completed.
"As construction concludes, work will get underway to fit-out the
tunnels with the necessary track and overhead power equipment to enable
Crossrail trains to operate from 2018. This will include the
installation of over 40km of track, overhead electric conductor rails to
power the trains as well as ventilation and drainage systems.
"The new Crossrail tunnels will also require over 50 ventilation fans,
40km of walkways, 60 drainage pumps, 30km of fire mains as well as
lighting throughout the entire length.
"This major contract will contribute
towards the creation of further employment opportunities on Crossrail.
Thousands of people will be employed in building Crossrail at the height
of construction in 2013-15. Further jobs will be supported through the
supply chain in London and in regionally-based manufacturers and
suppliers.
"The fit-out works will be carried out within the entire tunnelled
section of the Crossrail route between Royal Oak, Pudding Mill Lane and
Plumstead Portals. It is envisaged that the selected contractor will
start fit-out simultaneously from both Royal Oak and Plumstead
portals."
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