Local Authority Management of Exceptional Abnormal Loads Framework

The overall purpose of this framework will be to provide the Local authorities with the structural expertise to enable them to review and adjudicate on submissions made by abnormal load applicants. A high level overview of the services expected are listed below 1. The consultant will need to have a detailed understanding of the process as outlined on the flow chart or subsequent versions of this chart and be in a position to determine if the submissions made by applicants meets the steps outlined or are any assumptions made are reasonable and accurate. 2. The consultant may wish to undertake site visits of the proposed route to gain an understanding of the crossing points in question. 3. The consultant will be expected to peer review and comment on the bridge assessments, regarding the methodology used, assumptions made and the conclusions of the report. 4. The consultant will be expected to review and advice on any mitigation measures identified by the applicants, including but not limited to over-spanning or proposed rehabilitation works carried out on a bridge. The consultant will be expected to peer review and comment on the mitigation measures, regarding the methodology used, assumptions made and overall design philosophy. 5. The consultant will be expected to advise, agree and manage any monitoring proposals that are required as part of the process, including onsite monitoring where necessary. It is expected that the routes assessments will cover Motorway, National, regional and local roads.