Construction of a Permanent Water Transfer System at Cuinchy Lock
Published 9 March 2026
Location
Cuinchy, Hauts-de-France, France
Suggested bid value
~EUR 1,500,000
Source
boamp
Description
This French public procurement notice concerns the construction of a water transfer system at Cuinchy Lock, Hauts-de-France. The core deliverable is a permanent system to move water from the downstream to the upstream side of the lock. From a practical standpoint, this likely involves significant civil engineering works, including potentially pumping stations, pipeline installation, control systems, and integration with existing lock infrastructure. The work falls under the 'general' trade, suggesting it will not be limited to a highly specialized niche.
The scale and complexity are hard to gauge without further information. The lack of CPV codes or a specific deadline is limiting. However, given it’s a permanent construction at an existing lock, expect a project of moderate complexity involving hydraulic engineering and potential interface issues with operational lock systems. Contractors should factor in potential disruptions to waterway traffic during construction. Obtaining the full tender documents will be crucial to assess site access, environmental considerations, and detailed technical specifications before deciding whether to bid.
Note that no contract value or deadline is currently published.
Original description
This project involves building a permanent system to transfer water from the downstream to the upstream side of the Cuinchy Lock. The work includes all necessary construction and installation.