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AUTHOR(S)
Chris Goodman
September 2014
Alison Austin
November 2015
EDITED
Freja MacDougall
November 2016
Summit Conservation Project Report (2014-2015)
LP.A6
Nevis Landscape Partnership are a Heritage Lottery Funded environmental collective delivering a
programme of nineteen projects between 2014 - 2019. The Nevis Partnership are the host
organisation for this programme. The Heritage Lottery Fund contribute funding to all nineteen
projects.
Project Funder(s)
LP.A1 Ben Nevis Mountain Path Scottish Natural Heritage
Highlands and Islands Enterprise
sportscotland
LP.A2 Pinewood Restoration Forestry Commission Scotland
LP.A3 Future Forests Scottish Natural Heritage
LP.A4 North Face Survey Scottish Natural Heritage
LP.A5 Dun Deardail Excavation Forestry Commission Scotland
LP.A6 Summit Conservation John Muir Trust
Ordnance Survey
LP.A7 Erosion & Minimal Impact Scottish Natural Heritage
LP.B1 Community Engagement Scottish Natural Heritage
Friends of Nevis
LP.B2 Dun Deardail; Vitrification & Outreach Forestry Commission Scotland
LP.C1 Polldubh Paths Friends of Nevis
Highlands and Islands Enterprise
Scottish Mountaineering Trust
LP.C2 Riverside All-Ability Path & Bridge Highland Council
Highlands and Islands Enterprise
sportscotland
Scottish Rural Development Programme
LP.C3 North Face Path Highlands and Islands Enterprise
SSE Sustainable Development Fund
LP.C4 Nevis Geology Map & Guide Lochaber Geopark
British Geological Survey
LP.C5 Outlandia London Fieldworks
LP.C6 Interpretation, Installation, Information Scottish Natural Heritage
Highland Council
LP.C7 Celebrating the Wild Scottish Natural Heritage
Highland Mountain Culture Association
LP.C8 Ben Nevis Film+ Heritage Lottery Fund
LP.C9 Nevis Landscape Partnership Website Scottish Natural Heritage
Highland Council
LP.D1 Nevis Training Programme Scottish Natural Heritage
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
REPAIR WORK
MATERIALS
TENDER; PROCESS & DOCUMENTS
IMPORTANT DATES
CHOSEN CONTRACTOR
WORK UNDERTAKEN & FINAL COST
PROJECT CO-ORDINATOR
APPENDICES
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INTRODUCTION
Ben Nevis is Britain’s highest mountain and receives a considerable number of visitors each
year. Most visitors approach the summit via the old pony path which zig-zags up the hill
after the red burn. While some substantial sections of pitching have been constructed at
corners 1 and 2 in recent years there are still further small scale repairs required on the
upper section to help consolidate this busy path and loose surface.
REPAIR WORK
2 X CROSS-DRAINS
3 X WATER BARS
2 X ANCHOR BARS
BLOCKING
5 METRES REVETMENT
6 METRES PITCHING
These repairs have been identified as required to help slow down the steady process of
surface erosion where heavy rainfall or snow melt washes away path material.
NN 14722 71527
Four metres of pitching with a water bar is required shortly after Corner 1 where the gradient
increases slightly. Here the path is quite rough and the pitching on Corner 1 continues to
get covered in loose scree which steadily works its wat down the path. Pitching this short
section will help gain the height, shed surface water and slow down the migration of path
material.
NN 14768 71559
There looks to be the remains of an old water bar which is now defunct between Corner 1
& Corner 2. This water bar needs to be removed and rebuilt approximately one-metre further
up the path with additional stone to span the path. Two metres of pitching is also required
a short distance below the bar to help gain height. This will further help reduce the migration
of path material above Corner 1.
NN 14896 71669
There is a section of revetment which supports the path edge and discourages short-cutting
between the zig-zags between Corner 1 & Corner 2. There are signs that some path users
are still taking this shortcut though and the revetment needs extending a further three metres
downhill and two metres uphill to block the start of this braid.
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REPAIR WORK (CONT’D)
Between Corner 2 & Corner 3 there are two old, defunct water bars where water seeps onto
the path from the slope above. The path has widened here considerably and the remains of
the water bars now sit high and block the inside line of the path. These two water bars need
re-building as cross-drains spanning the width of the path with an anchor bar constructed
approximately one metre below the cross-drains. The cross-drains need to be set lower into
the path with the treads at path level and with drain dimensions to allow substantial through
flow. The treads of the anchor bars should also sit at path level and will serve to hold the
path material below the drain and help prevent the migration of path material which will
result in the drain sitting high and becoming an obstruction. Blocking of the outside edge is
also required along an approximately 50m stretch at this section to help reduce the path
width and protect the outside edge. Weathered stone should be dug in in natural looking
clusters to contain path users on a narrower inside line.
NN15118 71319
Before Corner 3, the gradient increases slightly at a couple of points just before the bend
and there is surface water on the path. A water bar is required to help shed the surface
water and protect the slightly steeper path below.
NN15494 71541
Between Corner 5 & Corner 6 is the start of one of the short cuts which takes a direct line
down towards Corner 2 and the red burn. Blocking is required to help discourage use of
the short cut which is leading to loss of vegetation and soils lower down on this steeper
direct line. Weathered stone needs to be dug into the lower path edge to act as an
obstruction to the short cut and keep people on the path.
MATERIALS
All stone is to be sourced on site and a winch will be necessary for moving stone safely on
ground above this busy path. Use of a winch and method for safe collection of large
weathered stone should be accounted for in the risk assessment.
TENDER [PROCESS]
Quotes were invited from experienced local contractors (Stonescape, Mamores Trail &
Conservation and Martin McCrorie) and evaluated on a “Cost:Quality” ratio of 40:60.
Given the high end, heavily built and formal nature of the work required contractors were
requested to submit a short description and/or photos of similar work they have undertaken
along with brief details of their experience in order to assess the quality component.
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TENDER [DOCUMENTS]
COMPLETED BILL OF QUANTITIES WITH TOTAL PRICE FOR THE WORKS
DETAILS OF RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
DETAILS OF AVAILABILITY TO UNDERTAKE WORKS IN THE DESIRED TIMESCALE
PRE-TENDER HEALTH AND SAFETY PLAN
RISK ASSESSMENT
COPY OF PUBLIC LIABILITY COVER
SIGNED TENDER RECONCILIATION DOCUMENT
Contractors were required to submit all the above as part of their tender application.
IMPORTANT DATES
SITE VISIT 30/07/2014
DEADLINE FOR TENDERS 18/08/2014
CONTRACT AWARDED 18/08/2014 (WEEK COMMENCING)
EARLIEST CONTRACT START DATE As soon as contract awarded and relevant
paperwork received.
CONTRACT TO BE COMPLETED BY END OF 2014
Contractors should aim to complete work by the end of
September due to the increased likelihood of snowfall affecting
work after this.
CHOSEN CONTRACTOR
Mamores Trail & Conservation and Martin McCrorie both declined to tender due to other
commitments and inability to complete the work in the required timescales. Stonescape
submitted a good tender and price for the work and as an experienced contractor who has
worked on Ben Nevis in the past their tender was accepted.
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WORK UNDERTAKEN & FINAL COST
Stonescape started work on 20th
August 2014 and the path work component of the contract
was completed on the 30th
of September. Chris Goodman undertook a site visit with
Stonescape on the 22nd
of September to check on the quality of the work undertaken and
issue any variation orders necessary. An additional two and a half metres of pitching were
required along with extensions to the cross drains, a further six metres of blocking and two
more days of work for extending an existing water bar and discouraging use of a further
braid. The cost of this additional work was £1,584.50 (£1,901.40 including VAT) bringing
the total for the contract works to £10,979.50 (£13,175.40 incl. VAT), this includes the cost
of producing the summit project plan too.
PROJECT CO-ORDINATOR
Chris Goodman
Footpath Project Officer
John Muir Trust
Tower House
Station Road
Pitlochry
PH16 5AN
07880291126
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APPENDICES
IMAGES (BEFORE & AFTER)
BILL OF QUANTITIES
GENERAL CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT
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IMAGES (BEFORE & AFTER)
(1) Pitching shortly after C1.
(2) Water bar between C1 & C2.
(3) Revetment between C1 & C2 extended to deter short-cutting.
(4) Between C1 & C2, defunct water bar converted into cross-drain and extended.
(5) New water bar before C3.
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BILL OF QUANTITIES
ITEM
WORK TO BE CARRIED OUT
UNIT(S)
QUANTITY
PITCHING
CONSTRUCT STONE PITCHING APPROXIMATELY 2000-2500MM WIDE USING ON-SITE WEATHERED
STONE. THESE SECTIONS REQUIRE A CONTINUOUS STONE SURFACE WITH LARGE LEVEL TREADS AND
STONE OF MINIMUM DEPTH 300MM WITH NO RUNNING JOINS. THE STONES SHOULD BE CLOSE
FITTING AND PROVIDE A COMFORTABLE WALKING SURFACE. THE PATH TRAY WILL NEED DIGGING OUT
TO ENSURE STONES SIT ON SOLID FOUNDATIONS. EXCAVATED MATERIAL SHOULD EITHER BE USED
FOR PACKING ALL GAPS IN THE PITCHING AND SURFACING THE PATH WHERE NECESSARY OR COVERED
OVER WITH TURF TO FORM LANDSCAPED MOUNDS. THE FINISHED PITCHING MUST NOT SIT PROUD
OF THE SURROUNDING EDGES AND THE FIRST STEP SHOULD HAVE A MAXIMUM STEP HEIGHT OF 50MM.
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WATER BAR
CONSTRUCT NEW WATER BAR, APPROX 4-5M LONG, USING ON SITE MATERIALS. WATER BARS SHOULD
BE CONSTRUCTED ONTO A HARD BASE USING SUITABLE WEATHERED STONE SO THAT ALL EXPOSED
FACES OF THE FINISHED WATER BAR ARE OF A NATURAL APPEARANCE AND COLOUR. STONES SHOULD
HAVE A REASONABLY FLAT TREADER AND BE OF A SUFFICIENT WEIGHT AND PACKED TO WITHSTAND
REGULAR WALKING PRESSURE. JOINS MUST BE CLOSE FITTING AND THE FACE STEEP BUT NOT
OVERHANGING. THE WATER BAR SHOULD BE SET INTO THE PATH AT AN ANGLE BETWEEN 30⁰ AND 40⁰
TO THE LINE OF THE PATH. THE TREADING SURFACES SHOULD BE LEVEL WITH THE PATH SURFACE ON
THE DOWNHILL SIDE WHILE THE LINER STONES SHOULD BE LEVEL WITH THE PATH SURFACE ON THE
UPHILL SIDE. LONGER LINER STONES SHOULD BE SELECTED AN ANGLED UP ON THE UPHILL SIDE TO
HELP GAIN HEIGHT AND MEET THE PATH LEVEL ABOVE THE WATER BAR. THE HEIGHT OF THE WATER BAR
FACE SHOULD GRADUALLY INCREASE FROM 100MM TO 150MM FROM THE UPPER TO THE LOWER END.
THE WATER BAR STONES MUST EXTEND 150MM EITHER SIDE OF THE PATH.
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ITEM
WORK TO BE CARRIED OUT
UNIT(S)
QUANTITY
CROSS-DRAIN
DISMANTLE REMAINS OF OLD WATER BAR AND CONSTRUCT NEW CROSS DRAIN, APPROX 6M LONG,
USING ON SITE MATERIALS. CROSS DRAINS SHOULD BE CONSTRUCTED ONTO A HARD BASE USING
SUITABLE WEATHERED STONE SO THAT ALL EXPOSED FACES OF THE FINISHED DRAIN ARE OF A NATURAL
APPEARANCE AND COLOUR. STONES SHOULD HAVE A REASONABLY FLAT TREADER AND BE OF A
SUFFICIENT WEIGHT AND PACKED TO WITHSTAND REGULAR WALKING PRESSURE. JOINS MUST BE
CLOSE FITTING AND THE FACE STEEP BUT NOT OVERHANGING. THE CROSS DRAIN SHOULD BE SET
INTO THE PATH AT AN ANGLE BETWEEN 20⁰ AND 40⁰ TO THE LINE OF THE PATH. THE TREADING
SURFACES SHOULD BE LEVEL WITH THE PATH SURFACE WITH CHANNEL DIMENSIONS OF 40CM WIDTH
AND DEPTH.
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ANCHOR BAR
CONSTRUCT ANCHOR BAR BELOW CROSS DRAIN USING ON-SITE WEATHERED STONE, APPROX 4M
LONG. ANCHOR BAR TREADS SHOULD SIT LEVEL WITH THE PATH SURFACE, BE FAIRLY LEVEL AND EXTEND
AT LEAST 150MM EITHER SIDE OF THE PATH. JOINS SHOULD BE CLOSE FITTING AND STONES SHOULD
BE AT LEAST 300MM DEEP TO ENSURE THEY ARE SECURELY DUG INTO THE GROUND. BACK FILL BEHIND
THE STEP UP TO THE CROSS DRAIN WITH SUITABLE PATH SUBBASE AND SURFACING MATERIAL.
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2
REVETMENT
EXTEND PATH EDGE REVETMENT TO BLOCK START OF SHORT CUT. DIG LARGE WEATHERED STONE
INTO PATH EDGE ONTO A SOLID BENCH OR FOUNDATIONS. CONSTRUCT FURTHER TIERS AS
NECESSARY TO BUILD UP REVETMENT HEIGHT AND BLOCK BRAID.
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5
BLOCK PATH EDGE
DIG LARGE WEATHERED STONE INTO GROUND TO OBSTRUCT AND DISCOURAGE USE OF THE VERY
OUTSIDE EDGE OF THE PATH WHICH COULD BECOME UNSTABLE IN TIME. BLOCKERS SHOULD NOT
FORM A CONTINUOUS LINE BUT BE PLACED MORE SPORADICALLY TO APPEAR NATURAL AND MIMIC
NATURAL GROUND CONDITIONS. EXCAVATED SPOIL MUST BE LANDSCAPED INTO WIDER PATH
MARGINS OR USED TO SURFACE THE PATH IF SUITABLE. LARGE STONE SHOULD BE USED TO MAKE THE
BLOCKING LOOK MORE NATURAL AS WELL AS EFFECTIVE. ALL STONE TO BE SOURCED ON SITE.
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SUMMIT CLEAN-UP PROJECT
PROVIDE DETAILS IN THE FORM OF A BRIEF REPORT OF THE WORK REQUIRED TO REPAIR AND
CONSOLIDATE THE TRIG POINT, REPAIR STONE WORK ON THE SUMMIT SHELTER, TIDY, MAKE SAFE AND
CONSOLIDATE THE OBSERVATORY RUINS AND REPAIR OR REMOVE CAIRNS. THIS SHOULD INCLUDE A
DESCRIPTION OF THE DESIGN, WORK INVOLVED AND ESTIMATED COSTS OF WORK, MATERIALS AND
AIRLIFT, IF REQUIRED, IN THE FORM OF A BILL OF QUANTITIES.
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(6) Sunrise from Gardyloo Gully looking across to Ben Nevis Summit. Summit structures visible include the shelter, Peace Cairn & triangulation point.
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GENERAL CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT
General Conditions of Contract
Contract Management, Site Management, Site Safety, Site Location and Works, Offers & Reporting
1.0 General Conditions: Contract Management
1.1 Tendering
The Contractor shall tender on a fixed price basis for the work as viewed and discussed with the Project Co-
ordinator. The tender shall include all labour, materials, accommodation (incl. Sub-Contractor) and other
related costs to enable the full and satisfactory completion of the works. Any over-runs, additional, remedial,
or other work resulting in increased costs shall be carried out at the expense of the Principal Contractor, unless
otherwise agreed in writing by JMT. The date by which works are to be completed on any over-run will be
specified by JMT. Offers to be submitted as detailed in section 5.
1.2 Specification
The Principal Contractor shall adhere to the specification. Any alteration shall be made only with the
agreement, in writing, of the Project Co-ordinator. The Principal Contractor shall confirm in writing,
acceptance of the offer of work following successful selection at tender. All works, conditions, dates and other
information contained in this specification and related site visits and correspondence shall be binding on the
Principal Contractor.
1.3 Site Visit and Expenses
The cost of visits, preparation of tenders and related costs are at the expense of Tendering Contractors, and
shall not be met by JMT.
1.4 Arbitration
Any dispute arising between JMT and the Principal Contractor may be referred for arbitration to a person or
organisation agreed by both parties. The decision of arbitration shall be binding on both parties. This Contract
and its interpretation shall be applied under Scots law.
1.5 Scottish Law
This Contract and associated documents are subject and drawn up under Scottish Law.
1.6 Period of Contract
Work will start at a date to be agreed with the Project Co-ordinator. Work shall take place from late August
and all works must be completed and inspected and invoiced no later than 31 December 2014.
1.7 Additional Information
JMT may require additional information from Tendering Contractors regarding their submission. A written
reply to such requests is obligatory for Contractors wishing to have continued consideration of their tender.
JMT may seek additional information on the performance of contractors, and require contact with referees
including Banks, accountants and previous clients.
1.8 Responsibility
It is the Tender’s responsibility to satisfy themselves that they have all necessary information to submit a fixed
price offer, by which they may be bound. It is the Tender’s responsibility to seek clarification or additional
information from JMT or other, in answer to any queries relating to the work. JMT shall not vary contracts due
to an oversight by a Tender.
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GENERAL CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT (CONT’D)
1.9 Variations
During the period of the contract JMT may introduce Variation Orders – these will be numbered Written Orders
signed by the Project Co-ordinator and Principal Contractor and signed by both on site. A duplicate copy will
be retained by the Principal Contractor. Variation Orders shall include the quantity of works and the agreed
number of workdays at the agreed rate, to carry that work out. Variation Orders must be signed for all
additional works, prior to work being carried out. Any charging by the Principal Contractor additional to the
fixed price must quote the appropriate Variation Order number, for any payment to be made. The costs of
any work carried out that is not requested by the Project Co-ordinator, or is without a Variation Order shall
not be met by JMT.
1.10 Guarantee
In accepting a contract based on these terms, the Principal Contractor is accepting a commitment to make
good at the Principal Contractors own expense, any defects in workmanship which come to light in the 12-
month period commencing from the agreed completion date. The Principal Contractor and Project Co-
ordinator shall inspect the works, between 9 and 12 months following the completion of initial site works. All
remedial works to be carried out by the end of the 12-month warranty period to the same standard as originally
specified. For information, it is expected that most contracts shall require remedial works, and tenders should
reflect this likelihood.
2.0 General Conditions: Site Management
2.1 Project Co-ordinator
This will be Chris Goodman and can be contacted at the JMT office, Tower House, Station Road, Pitlochry,
PH16 5AN, or by telephone on 07880 291126.
2.2 Supervision
The Principal Contractor will be responsible for the setting out, management and supervision of the work. The
Project Co-ordinator will inspect progress from time to time. The Principal Contractor will ensure that a
competent person will meet with the Project Co-ordinator, to inspect progress, completed works, and confirm
the next sections of work to be carried out, each two-week period of the contract. It is the responsibility of the
Principal Contractor to ensure this contact occurs. Any instructions given to this person will be deemed to have
been given to the Principal Contractor.
2.3 Day Works
Supplementary or additional minor works may be required, at the request of the Project Coordinator, at the
end of the fixed price contract. Contractors should make their team available for such works, and include a
“Day Works” rate (expressed in £ per person per day) for such works, on the tender.
2.4 Materials
It is the contractor’s responsibility to source the materials required as per specification, transport them and
remove all waste materials generated through the contract works.
2.5 Workmanship
The Principal Contractor shall carry out everything necessary for the proper execution and completion of the
works to the satisfaction of JMT, whether shown on the drawings or described on the specification, provided
the same may be reasonably inferred there from. This shall include both verbal and written instructions of the
Project Co-ordinator. All works shall be carried out in a workmanlike manner and to a standard seen on other
comparable sites, and works of a similar kind. Everything necessary for good path and landscaping work in
the environment on site shall be carried out, and for a long-lasting path subject to normal routine
maintenance.
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GENERAL CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT (CONT’D)
2.6 Testing
Any work that fails to meet specification to the satisfaction of the Project Co-ordinator, is to be made good at
no extra cost. The decision of the Project Co-ordinator shall be final.
2.7 Access
Access to the work sites for plant and vehicles is the responsibility of the contractor and permissions must be
sought where required.
2.8 Damage to Site
If severe weather or other factors cause significant damage to the site, the Principal Contractor must inform
Project Co-ordinator immediately. If change in condition may cause a variation to works as specified, the
Principal Contractor must inform the Project Co-ordinator and agree action before proceeding. Additional
works resulting from damage to the site shall require written instruction of JMT.
2.9 Plant and Tools
The Principal Contractor shall include for the provision of all plant, tools, protective barriers and warning
notices as are necessary for the proper execution of the works and use them appropriately on site. All Principal
Contractors’ staff using tools and plant must be appropriately trained and supervised.
2.10 Water Pollution Prevention
The Principal Contractor must ensure safe use and storage of diesel, lubricants and hydraulic oils, and that
use will be monitored and prevented from entering any watercourses. All potential dirty surface water and
debris run-off routes will be identified before any construction work starts on site. All construction work will be
carried out in accordance with SEPA’s Pollution Prevention Guideline PPG 6 ‘Working at Construction and
Demolition Sites’.
3.0 General Conditions: Site Safety
3.1 Protection of Public and Private Services
The Principal Contractor shall cause minimum disturbance to users of the site, and to the site itself. The
Principal Contractor will remove all rubbish and debris from the site, and leave the works and site clean. Any
damage to vegetation of the site shall be made good to the satisfaction of the Project Co-ordinator. The
Principal Contractor shall locate, maintain and protect all fences; trees; carriageways; footpaths; water
courses; overhead, ground laid or buried cables or pipes; and any other private or public property or service.
All vehicular and pedestrian approaches to the site are to be kept clear of obstructions, throughout the
execution of the works. The Principal Contractor shall make good and pay for the reinstatement of any damage
however caused and shall indemnify JMT against any claims for any consequential loss. JMT shall not be
liable for any damage, disruption or injury arising from the Principal Contractor’s operation on the site,
however caused.
3.2 Notice Boards and Advertising
The Principal Contractor shall erect warning notices to the public, of the hazards caused by works, always, to
ensure public safety. Any notice shall be self-supporting and supplied by the Principal Contractor. Any
additional signs, notices or advertising may only be displayed with the agreement of the Project Co-ordinator.
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GENERAL CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT (CONT’D)
3.3 Insurance
The Principal Contractor shall satisfy JMT that during the whole period of the contract they are covered by
insurance in respect of liability for injury of persons, animals, or damage by fire or otherwise to JMT, the
landowner, or any third party for a sum not less than £5,000,000 in respect of any one accident or occurrence
and to avoid ambiguity, the period of contract shall include the one year period of warranty, following
completion of site works. The Principal Contractor must, on request, produce for inspection the policy and
premium receipts.
3.4 Health and Safety at Work
The Principal Contractor shall carry out all work in a safe manner, and have due regard for the health and
safety of their staff. All works to be carried out according to the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974). The
Principal Contractor must lodge with JMT a copy of their current Health and Safety policy, a copy of the
arrangements for the implementation of safe working, and a copy of site working rules and other similar
guidance applying to their staff working under this contract. This information will be required to be submitted
prior to the commencement of the contract works. JMT encloses with this tender a pre-tender Health and
Safety Plan. Each Tendering Contractor must submit a Method Statement and risk assessments for the
preparation of a Construction Phase Site Safety Plan, either in accordance with the JMT Method Statement/Site
Safety Plan pro forma, or an alternative format providing at least the same information. This Construction
Phase Site Safety Plan must be submitted with the tender documents.
4.0 Location and Works
4.1 Location
The work site is located as indicated on the attached site location map and layout plan.
4.2 General Description and Specification of Work
As specified.
5.0 Offers
5.1 Tenders should satisfy themselves that they are aware of the specified materials, source, design,
location, finish and any other relevant details, of the specification and work required. The
specification shall include information, discussions and instruction made by the Project Coordinator
on the site visit. Tendering Contractors are responsible to ensure they have all
necessary information to submit a full tender.
5.2 Bills of Quantities
Tenderers should include in their Bill of Quantities, describing the total items and quantities of
each item, tendered for. This may differ from the Bill of Quantities attached herein, only if such
modifications have been agreed by the Project Co-ordinator during the site visit, or subsequently,
and any alterations or additions must be brought to the attention of JMT in tender submission
documents.
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GENERAL CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT (CONT’D)
5.3 Tenders Checklist
Tenders must provide the following information with their submission:
• COMPLETED LIST OF NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF EMPLOYEES AND PROPOSED SUB-CONTRACTORS
• DAY WORKS RATES (£’S PER PERSON PER DAY)
• COMPLETED BILL OF QUANTITIES
• TENDER PHASE SITE SAFETY PLAN
• RISK ASSESSMENT
• COPY OF PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE
5.4 Submission
Tenders must be submitted with an envelope marked: “TENDER”, FOLLOWED BY COMPANY NAME. Tenders
must be received by Chris Goodman, by 12.00 noon, on Monday 18th August.
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
REPAIR WORK
MATERIALS
TENDER; PROCESS & DOCUMENTS
IMPORTANT DATES
CHOSEN CONTRACTOR
WORK UNDERTAKEN & FINAL COST
PROJECT CO-ORDINATOR
APPENDICES
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INTRODUCTION
Ben Nevis is Britain’s highest mountain and receives a considerable number of visitors each
year. There are several structures of both safety, cultural and historical interest on the summit
plateau of Ben Nevis. As such the NLP is committed to protecting them whilst recognising
the designations and wildness of the summit area. This project committed to completing the
repair work outlined below. In 2014 the path repair work was completed and the project
report was submitted in September 2014. This report deals with the summit repair work
completed in 2015.
REPAIR WORK
Triangulation Point
This stands on a large flat topped cairn with a concrete platform. Some of the stone work has fallen
away leaving part of the pad unsupported. This needed rebuilt around the perimeter. The
Triangulation Point is a favourite landmark for many of those who reach the summit.
Summit Shelter
Similar problem to the Triangulation Point, subsidence of the supporting cairn. Stone work had fallen
away. The shelter provides an escape from the weather and is an important safety feature relied on
by many.
Navigation Cairns
There are 24 of these cairns in total. Part of their care involves the removal of other cairns that
appear from time to time whose existence can cause confusion. The cold, wet environment causes
the cairns to lose stones and reduce in height. These are a safety featured chosen to be kept
maintained after lengthy consultation with the wider community.
Hotel Cairns
Removal of broken wooden remains of supporting timbers & artefacts, possibly stabilising of
remaining walls and stone floor.
For further details see Appendices; Ben Nevis Summit Repair Conservation Management Plan
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MATERIALS
All stone is to be sourced on site and a winch will be necessary for moving stone safely on
ground above this busy path. Use of a winch and method for safe collection of large
weathered stone should be accounted for in the risk assessment.
TENDER [PROCESS]
The 2014 tender invitation included a survey and report on the summit structures to inform
the content of the contract for this year’s repairs. Further meetings were held with Stonescape
who carried out the survey to tease out the detail between the different options for repair of
triangulation point and likely cost implications. A contract was prepared for work on the
summit. This was likely to cost more than the original budget for the repair work due to the
nature of the work needed and the location. Ordnance Survey were approached and agreed
to commit £18,000 towards the project which allowed John Muir Trust to create a tender
knowing we had sufficient funds to cover expected costs. Due to the specialist nature of the
work and the working environment in a highly inaccessible site both for contractors and
equipment there are limited contractors skilled, available and interested in this type of work
As Stonescape had been part of a competitive tendering process in 2014 and submitted a
range of options for repair work which we could choose from John Muir Trust requested (in
April 2015) that we ask the one preferred contractor, Stonescape, to tender for the contract.
Heritage Lottery Fund agreed if their rates remained the same as 2014. Their day rate did
remain the same as 2014 and Stonescape were asked to tender for the work that John Muir
Trust had chosen to offer. The tender was within the budget. Given the difficult location and
heavy work required Stonescape were requested to submit a short description of similar
work they have undertaken along with brief details of their experience to assess the quality
component.
TENDER [DOCUMENTS]
COMPLETED BILL OF QUANTITIES WITH TOTAL PRICE FOR THE WORKS
DETAILS OF RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
DETAILS OF AVAILABILITY TO UNDERTAKE WORKS IN THE DESIRED TIMESCALE
PRE-TENDER HEALTH AND SAFETY PLAN
RISK ASSESSMENT
COPY OF PUBLIC LIABILITY COVER
SIGNED TENDER RECONCILIATION DOCUMENT
Contractors were required to submit all the above as part of their tender application.
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IMPORTANT DATES
DEADLINE FOR TENDER TUESDAY 5TH
MAY (EXTENDED 8TH
JUNE)
CONTRACT AWARDED 15TH
JUNE (WEEK COMMENCING)
EARLIEST CONTRACT START DATE AS SOON AS CONTRACT AWARDED AND RELEVANT
PAPER WORK RECEIVED.
CONTRACT TO BE COMPLETED BY OCTOBER 2015
CHOSEN CONTRACTOR
The deadline for tender was extended to the 8th June after a meeting with Stonescape to
give them time to investigate and seek advice on suitable cement and materials for use in
adverse conditions. Stonescape submitted a good tender and price for the work within the
budget and as an experienced contractor who has worked on Ben Nevis in the past their
tender was accepted and the contract offered to them. A HSE F10* notification was not
needed as the construction work would be completed in under five-hundred person days.
WORK UNDERTAKEN & FINAL COST
Stonescape had aimed to commence work in July 2015. Due to inclement weather and
snow cover on stone sourcing sites this was postponed. A site visit to confirm stone selection
protocol with Scottish Natural Heritage was carried out on August 12th and work
commenced immediately on preparing the site for the helicopter lift booked on 1st
September. Debris and rubbish from around the summit structures was bagged into
helicopter bags. Materials including water and cement and food supplies for the contractors
were purchased and bagged up for the helicopter lift on 1st September. At this point airlift
Risk Assessment and Airlift Safety plan was submitted to John Muir Trust. The helicopter lift
was postponed due to weather on the 1st, attempted again on the 3rd and aborted after
one lift and finally completed on 7th September. Materials and tools were then on site to
complete the repairs to the Ordnance Survey triangulation point, summit shelter and summit
cairns. The first invoice was received on the 14th
September 2015 for materials and airlift
and some labour. Work completed by 24th September. The second invoice for this work
was received on 24th
September 2015. Repair work on the summit cairns was completed by
end of October 2014 and the final invoice was received on 9th
November 2015.
*Health & Safety Executive Notification of Construction Project [Construction (Design and Management Regulations 2015
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WORK UNDERTAKEN & FINAL COST (CONT’D)
In-kind contributions by project coordinator, John Muir Trust staff members and volunteers
are recorded in the appendices. Also included are volunteer registration forms, equal
opportunity monitoring forms and feedback forms for volunteers.
PROJECT CO-ORDINATOR
Alison Austin
Nevis Property Manager
John Muir Trust
Lochaber Rural Complex
Torlundy
Fort William
PH33 6ST
01397 705049
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APPENDICES
BEN NEVIS CONSERVATION MANAGEMENT PLAN
BEN NEVIS SUMMIT SURVEY (2014)
SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE REPAIR CONSENT
INVITATION TO TENDER
PRE-TENDER HEALTH & SAFETY PLAN
STATEMENT OF REQUIREMENTS
GENERAL CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT
AIRLIFT RISK ASSESSMENT & AIRLIFT PLAN
IMAGES
VOLUNTEER WORK PARTY RISK ASSESSMENTS
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BEN NEVIS CONSERVATION MANAGEMENT PLAN
SUMMARY
An improved and enhanced access visitor experience on the summit of Ben Nevis to protect
the summit area of Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest mountain and maintain the wild land
experience for all those who reach it. To repair and maintain this wild place to be valued
by all sectors of society so that people of all ages and backgrounds can experience, connect,
and enjoy this wild place and see the importance of caring for it. The project will deliver a
tidier management of necessary man made features such as paths, navigation markers and
historical ruins on the summit to ensure their existence does not detract from the wildness
and visitor experience. The upper section of the Ben Nevis path is very rocky and rugged
but to ensure long term sustainable access and reduce erosion along the path line some
works are required to stop the path widening and deteriorating. These works include
improvements to the path surface and drainage and definition of the path line in places to
discourage short-cutting and ‘braiding’. Over 100,000 people endeavour to reach the
summit of Ben Nevis annually. These visitors, and those people who make their living on
the mountain, will all benefit from this project as it will enhance the visitor experience and
help maintain the living history of this iconic mountain.
INTRODUCTION
The Nevis Landscape Partnership (NLP) recognises that there are many interests in the
summit of Ben Nevis and works in partnership with others, the landowners of the summit
area the John Muir Trust (JMT). It considers the implications for the wild land qualities of
the mountain and the safety and experience of both visitors and those who make their living
from working on Ben Nevis. Since the John Muir Trust purchased the summit of Ben Nevis
in 2000 it has attempted to restore and retain the wild qualities that this mountain holds
without compromising the culture, history and safety. This has been an ongoing process as
time and consultations to achieve the best solution have been completed. The work planned
for this phase will complete a serious of aims the JMT has held since acquiring the land.
The main access to Ben Nevis is on foot along the Ben Nevis Mountain Path from the Ben
Nevis Visitor Centre Car Park (NN 123 729) which lies 2KM from Fort William on the Glen
Nevis road. Ben Nevis is the highest mountain in Scotland and consequently attracts large
numbers of visitors not only regular and keen hill walkers, but also many members of the
public for whom this may be the only mountain they ever climb. The surrounding area is
heavily dependent for its economic viability and employment on the tourism value of Ben
Nevis and Glen Nevis. There are several structures of both safety, cultural and historical
interest on the summit plateau of Ben Nevis. As such the NLP is committed to protecting
them whilst recognising the designations and wildness of the summit area.
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While some substantial sections of pitching have been constructed at Corner 1 and Corner
2 in recent years there are still further small scale repairs required to help consolidate this
busy path and loose surface. A further four water bars have been identified as being required
to help slow down the steady process of surface erosion where heavy rainfall or snow melt
washes away path material. New water bars are required between Corner 1 & Corner 2
and just before Corner 3. There are the remains of two old water bars between Corner 2
and Corner 3 which need to be dismantled and new water bars built with a step below them
to attain the height. Blocking of the outside edge of the path at this point will also help to
contain the path and protect the edge from collapsing. As the path is heavily used and
relatively wide built features will need to be of substantial and very good quality construction.
Some blocking work may also be required to deter walkers from short cutting on their
descent and causing further erosion. At present the upper sections of the path are still
covered by snow and this work will be looked at later in the season once the site is clear.
All the above require specialist stone workers able to work at high altitude. All structures will
need annual inspection and maintenance to increase its longevity. It is anticipated that this
maintenance will be undertaken by John Muir Trust staff or volunteers. This project will help
to contribute to the areas reputation for high quality outdoor recreation and maintain the
important safety, cultural and historical features within the designated site and enhance the
visitor experience.
UNDERSTANDING THE SITE
ECOLOGICAL
Ben Nevis is situated within both the Ben Nevis and Glencoe National Scenic Area (NSA)
the designated Ben Nevis Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and the Ben Nevis Special
Area of Conversation (SAC). This extensive upland site includes Ben Nevis, the highest
ground in the UK. The wide range in geological conditions, altitude and topography gives
rise to a diversity of semi natural and natural habitats from lowland woods to mountain cliffs
and semi -permanent snow beds. The site is of international importance for a range of
upland habitats and nationally important for upland birds, insects, vascular plants, mosses,
liverworts and lichens. Ben Nevis SAC has been identified for seventeen habitats of
international importance. It is important for its saxicolous lichens and bryophytes living on
the broken rocky ground of the summit plateau.
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GEOLOGICAL
Ben Nevis part of a Geological Conservation Review Site (GCR). It is nationally important
as it provides good exposures of the Ben Nevis complex of rocks. This complex consists of
four granitic intrusions which presently form concentric rings around a central core of
volcanic rocks and notified within the Ben Nevis SSS1.
HISTORICAL
The years between 1880 - 1886 saw the development of Ben Nevis as a climbing ground
as Scottish mountaineering developed. In 1894, the West Highland Railway opened and by
the end of the 19th century, several summer and winter routes had been established on the
Ben, now a major British climbing area. The advent of the West Highland Railway and the
construction of the pony track greatly increased the number of ascents and by the end of
the nineteenth century the first timed ascent of the Ben had been recorded. This led to several
timed solo ascents which later evolved into what is now known as ‘The Ben Race’.
Late in the eighteenth century the Scottish Meteorological Society proposed siting a weather
observatory on the summit of Ben Nevis. An appeal for funds was made by the Scottish
Meteorological Society early in 1883 which successfully raised £4000. The Bridle Path was
constructed with local labour in four months and the Observatory opened that year. It
remained open for twenty-one years until 1904. One room was open over the summer to
provide refreshments and an annex was added on by a Fort William hotelier sometime later
which provided board and lodgings until the end of WW1. There are several man-made
features on the summit of Ben Nevis. All that remains of the Summit Observatory on Ben
Nevis are the ruined walls and part of the old wooden floor of the building. A plaque which
highlights the history of the Observatory is mounted on the remains of the Observatory
below the present-day Summit Shelter. A metal cage that was used to protect weather
instruments also remains.
SOCIAL/CULTURAL
The human values we place on wild places are personal to the individual. They include
emotional or spiritual factors which give a sense of freedom, solitude, a contrast with
modern life, spiritual renewal, spiritual challenge and sometimes risk. Wild places provide
the physical conditions for recreation, relaxation, contact with nature and essential peace
and quiet.
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In good or moderate weather, the long views down to the populated glen from Ben Nevis,
the man-made structures on the summit of the Ben, the path and the number of people on
the path may make an ascent of the Ben feel the least wild and remote part of the Ben Nevis
Estate. In bad conditions, however, the same walk on Ben Nevis Estate can feel as wild as
anywhere.
Furthermore, on the plateau, away from the path and summit, there is very little evidence of
human presence and impact and it thus has a distinctly wild character. The Summit Shelter
(NN 166712) was built on top of the remains of the former Ben Nevis Observatory. On
the summit, a triangulation point is raised above the height of winter snows making it stand
out above the flat plateau. Immediately prior to JMT purchasing Ben Nevis, the Peace Cairn
on the summit of Ben Nevis was relocated and restored by the Peace Cairn Trust. This cairn
attracts plaques, memorials, photographs, toys, ashes and other artefacts from all over the
UK. Although these have been cleared, catalogued and stored, it is likely that this practice
will continue and their removal will be an ongoing activity. On the summit, there is more
evidence of human intrusion on the landscape in the form of cairns built alongside the path
with over a hundred cairns recorded in 2004. Further to this, an abseil post and navigation
marker existed above Coire Leis and an aluminium pole marked the top of No. 4 Gully.
These features have been removed and replaced by JMT with more suitable markers for the
mountain environment after suitable consultation with all partners.
ASSESSMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE
The summit of Ben Nevis has been used for many things; observatory, hotel, recreation.
Maintaining these features will ensure they endure the rigours of time as a lasting memory
to the pioneers who first erected them. The deterioration of the above features would
adversely affect the safety, historic and cultural importance and detract from the visitor
experience.
ISSUES/VULNERABILITY
The Sites and Monuments Register (SMR) and National Monuments Record of Scotland
(NMRS) held by the Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland
(RCAHMS) were consulted. One SMR site has been recorded on Ben Nevis. NN17SE
(NMRS number) at NN 1663 7122, the Ben Nevis Summit Observatory. There is no national
or local statutory protection for any of the historic features on Ben Nevis. The Summit
Observatory and Bridle Path (constructed to access the Observatory) however, are important
indicators of the changing culture, interests and scientific research of the 1800s.
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Any structure associated with the observation and recording of mountain weather and
conditions is significant. Although the building is not listed or protected in any way either as
scheduled ancient monument by Historic Scotland or within the local authority planning
framework the Nevis Landscape Partnership and John Muir Trust recognise that the ruined
observatory is of great historical interest and advocates its protection from further critical or
potentially dangerous decay.
In 2005, the Nevis Partnership agreed to remove most of the cairns on the summit. The
mountain management sub-group of the Nevis Partnership, including representatives from
Mountaineering Council of Scotland (MCofS) and Lochaber Mountain Rescue, agreed that
out of one hundred cairns that twenty-three should remain in specific agreed locations. In
2006, John Muir Trust work parties removed around twenty cairns and rebuilt five of those
that were to remain. In 2007 this work was completed by contractors. In the winter 2007/08
several complaints were received that the cairns were misleading in winter as they followed
the original path line they presented a meandering line on the summit when the path was
covered in snow which may have led someone to descend following a line towards the cliffs
on the north face. The representatives involved in the original planning agreed this and it
was decided to relocate the cairns in a straight line following the winter bearing. Around
half the cairns were then relocated during the summer of 2008. These cairns need regular
upkeep and maintenance.
The North Face of Ben Nevis holds some of the most challenging and inspiring summer and
winter climbing in Great Britain and many people visit the area to attempt these climbs. On
a good winter weekend, popular routes are very busy with climbers queuing at the bottom
of routes alongside local guides and instructors who take their clients up the North Face of
Ben Nevis. The mountaineering fraternity holds strong views on cairns, markers and abseil
post. The Nevis Landscape Partnership and John Muir Trust endeavour to liaise with all
interested parties to reach decisions regarding retaining, replacing or removing such
structures. This is done through direct consultation with groups and individuals, via Nevis
Partnership and publications such as MCofS “Scottish Mountaineer” and the John Muir Trust
member journal.
Litter, food remains and human waste continue to accumulate around the summit, especially
behind and within the ruined observatory walls, and along the side of the mountain track.
This will continue to be an issue and John Muir Trust are committed to continue addressing
this with their ongoing work parties after the more detailed clean has been completed. The
summit shelter sits upon the remains of the Summit Observatory. The Nevis Landscape
Partnership and John Muir Trust recognise its value as a refuge in extreme conditions.
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FACTORS INFLUENCING PROJECT
SIZE, TOPOGRAPHY AND ACCESS TO THE AREA
SOIL EROSION CAUSED BY VISITORS AND NATURAL PROCESSES
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
UNDESIRABLE ACTIVITIES SUCH AS LITTERING, CAIRN BUILDING, DEFECATING, ETC.
INCREASED VISITOR NUMBERS
PROMOTION OF THE AREA
DEVELOPMENT OF ACCESS PATHS BY NP AND NEIGHBOURING LANDOWNERS
CAR PARK MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT HIGHLAND COUNCIL AND FORESTRY COMMISSION
FACTORS ARISING FROM LEGISLATION
IMPLEMENTATION OF LAND REFORM ACT (PART 1) SCOTTISH OUTDOOR ACCESS CODE
NATURE CONSERVATION ACT (SCOTLAND) 2004
SSSI AGREEMENT WITH SNH
BEN NEVIS AND GLENCOE NSA
BEN NEVIS SAC
JOHN MUIR TRUST’S OBLIGATION TO PROTECT THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF EMPLOYEES
PHYSICAL CONDITIONS OR RESTRAINTS
MANANAGEMENT MAY BE HAMPERED DURING THE WINTER MONTHS EITHER BY WATER LOGGING, SNOW
OR FROZEN CONDITIONS
AVAILABLE RESOURCES
JOHN MUIR TRUST RECEIVES OUR MAJORITY OF FUNDING FROM MEMBERS HOWEVER WE ALSO RECEIVE
DONATIONS, LEGACIES AND GRANTS.
JOHN MUIR TRUST NEVIS CONSERVATION OFFICER ON SITE (1.5)
VARIETY OF SKILLED PERSONNEL AVAILABLE IN THE LOCAL AREA TO CARRY OUT WORK ON BEN NEVIS ESTATE
THERE IS A NETWORK OF VOLUNTEERS WITHIN THE TRUST MEMBERSHIP AND OUTWITH TO ASSIST WITH
VARIOUS MANAGEMENT TASKS
CONSERVATION POLICY
As the features sit within a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), all work will be carried
out with due regard to the list of potentially damaging operations of the notified features
and the long-term objectives and Key Management Requirements outlined in the SSSI
Management Statement. Scottish Natural Heritage has been consulted regarding these
features and an established working precedent has already been set for working on path
repair and rock built features within the SSSI. The conservation and management
requirements of the John Muir Trust in outlined below in their management ethos taken from
the Ben Nevis Estate Management Plan 2012-2018 will also be consulted. This sets a robust
conservation framework to work within.
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JOHN MUIR TRUST MANAGEMENT ETHOS
It is the objective of the John Muir Trust to manage naturally occurring processes rather than
specifically for any plant, animal, habitat or physical feature. Managing for natural
processes will allow the land to develop to its natural potential rather than an expected
potential or one which must be supported by continued human activity. However, John Muir
Trust will substitute for natural processes where necessary, for example the predation of deer
that no longer occurs due to the extinction of large predators in Scotland.
By sensitively managing key wild areas, the John Muir Trust sets out to show that areas of
wild land damaged by inappropriate management can be repaired; that the land can be
conserved on a sustainable basis supporting the human, and other animal and plant
communities which share it. At the same time, the great spiritual qualities of wilderness,
tranquillity and solitude, can be preserved as a legacy for those to come.
The natural environment will take priority over economic and social elements on land
managed by the Trust. In working closely with the Nevis Landscape Partnership in the wider
area, we aim to reach a consensus where these aims can complement each other in
appropriate areas to the mutual benefit of natural, social and economic wellbeing. Where
economic development or social issues actively damage the important parts of the natural
environment, John Muir Trust will seek to remove the damaging influence and restore the
natural process.
IMPLEMENTATION & REVIEW
ACTIVITIES AND TIMETABLE
Within the first year of the project a consultant will need to be engaged to look at the
condition of the structures to determine extent of work and costs. Construction work will then
take place within the Nevis Landscape Partnership project timescale during summer months
when the summit is clear of snow.
REVIEW & REPORTING
A photographic record of the structures and path condition before during and after works
will be kept by the John Muir Trust and further monitoring carried out in subsequent years
to assess the effectiveness of the improvement works.
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SUMMIT SURVEY (CARRIED OUT BY STONESCAPE)
SUMMIT SHELTER
REBUILD STEPS
FILL HOLES WITH LOW TEMPERATURE MORTAR AND STABILISE
HOTEL RUINS
GENERAL TIDY-UP, STABILISE WALLS BY REMOVING LOOSE STONES
REMOVAL OF CORRUGATED SHEET; 1 X HELIBAG (LONG HANDLES)
REMOVAL OF WOODEN BEAM PIECES; 4 X HELIBAGS (LONG HANDLES)
REMOVAL OF TWO LARGE BUNDLES OF LONG WOODEN BEAMS
METAL STRUCTURE FRAME; 1 X LIFT
NAVIGATION CAIRNS (C1 = CAIRN ONE)
C1, C2, C3, C12, C14, C18, C19, C22 - NEED NEW COPING STONE
C13, C15, C16, C21 - REBUILD FROM HALFWAY
C17, C20 - NEED PACKING
C21, C23 - NEED REBUILD FROM BOTTOM
TRIANGULATION POINT
Option 1; Repair
Do what was done in the past, pointing with concrete any holes and gaps which are now big and deep. The result will
look a little messy but would be the cheapest option. Obviously large holes where stones have fallen out need to be filled
with stones. Could be viewed as a temporary repair with no guarantee of how long it will last.
Option 2; Reskin
This would involve constructing a completely new skin all around the cairn (25cm) and filling in the gap between the new
and old with concrete. This solution could be expensive. Problems being; addition of more material (50/50T) needing
airlifted from site further down on the Ben. Allow John Muir Trust and Scottish Natural Heritage to discuss possibility that
with time, the inner cairn could still collapse (hollow inside) resulting in damage to outer skin.
Option 3; Rebuild
From a contractor’s point of view, we regard this option as the most cost effective and simplest solution. As an air-lift will
be needed to remove bags/bundles from the summit, the same helicopter could be used to remove the current
Triangulation Point then we could rebuild the cairn from scratch. Advantages; dimensions and design for the new cairn to
suit all parties concerned (John Muir Trust, Scottish Natural Heritage, Ordnance Survey) who may want to replace the
existing structure. This rebuild could insure a cairn fitting for the top of Ben Nevis with a new, clean, tidy look making it a
more attractive conclusion to the hike.
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STONE SOURCING ON BEN NEVIS
PROTOCOL FOR THE NEVIS LANDSCAPE PARTNERSHIP PROJECT
Stone will be sourced following the hierarchy and protocol set out below.
1) From within the damaged zone of the existing path and summit structures, with a
preference for damaged areas that are not recovering over damaged areas that are
recovering.
2) From any recent but redundant stone constructions, such as unnecessary cairns or
stone rings.
3) From areas within large patches of Natura qualifying scree where fresh rock has
come to rest in a stable position, provided it can be removed without causing erosion
and is suitable for use on landscape grounds (adhering to protocol set out below.)
4) From areas within large patches of Natura qualifying scree where there are medium
to large block sizes (adhering to protocol set out below.)
PROTOCOL
a) ROCKS AT THE EDGES OF QUALIFYING SCREE PATCHES MUST NOT BE REMOVED BECAUSE THIS WOULD
REDUCE THE EXTENT OF THE SCREE.
b) ROCKS OF DIFFERENT SIZES SHOULD BE REMOVED IN A MANNER THAT DOES NOT DEPLETE ANY ONE
SIZE CLASS.
c) STONE SHOULD NOT BE SOURCED FROM UNSTABLE SCREES OR THOSE COMPOSED OF SMALL ROCK
AND GRAVEL BECAUSE OF THE DAMAGE CAUSED BY WALKING ACROSS THESE SCREE FANS, AND THE
ROLE LARGER ROCKS HAVE IN STABILISING THE SLOPE.
d) ROCKS MUST BE REMOVED INDIVIDUALLY FROM LOCATIONS SCATTERED OVER THE SCREE PATCH. THE
STRUCTURE OF THE SCREE SHOULD BE MAINTAINED BY SLIGHTLY SHIFTING ADJACENT ROCKS INTO
THE SPACE CREATED TO RESTORE THE ORIGINAL PROFILE.
e) ROCKS MUST NOT BE REMOVED IF THIS WOULD CAUSE SIGNIFICANT DISTURBANCE, INSTABILITY OR
INCREASE GRAZING AROUND VASCULAR PLANTS GROWING WITHIN OR AT THE EDGE OF THE SCREE.
f) ROCKS THAT ARE WELL EMBEDDED IN THE GROUND SHOULD NOT BE REMOVED FROM QUALIFYING
SCREE HABITATS BECAUSE OF THEIR ROLE IN MAINTAINING STABILITY.
g) ROCK SHOULD ONLY BE REMOVED FROM THE SURFACE LAYER OF QUALIFYING SCREE HABITATS OR, IF
THE SURFACE LATER CAN BE EASILY REMOVED AND REPLACED, THE LAYER IMMEDIATELY BELOW. DEEPER
EXCAVATION WOULD BE LIKELY TO DISTURB VEGETATION AND CHANGE THE STRUCTURE OF THE SCREE.
h) ROCKS WITH SIGNIFICANT BRYOPHYTE OR LICHEN COVER MUST NOT BE REMOVED, NOR ADJACENT
ROCKS IN A MANNER THAT WOULD DESTABILISE THEM.
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SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE CONSENT (CONT’D)
i) THE LOCATIONS USED FOR SOURCING ROCK AND THE NUMBERS OR VOLUMES OF ROCK TAKEN
SHOULD BE RECORDED, PREFERABLY WITH GPS. REPRESENTATIVE ‘BEFORE AND AFTER’ PHOTOGRAPHS
SHOULD BE TAKEN TO ALLOW FUTURE MONITORING. ASSESSMENT OF SUBSEQUENT PROPOSALS FOR
EXTRACTION SHOULD CONSIDER THESE RECORDS TO INFORM DECISIONS ON WHETHER CUMULATIVE
IMPACTS WILL RESULT IN ADVERSE IMPACTS ON SITE INTEGRITY.
j) AS A GENERAL GUIDE, NO MORE THAN 1/100 ROCKS FROM ANY PATCH OF QUALIFYING SCREE
HABITAT SHOULD BE REMOVED, UNLESS IT IS A DEEP ACCUMULATION OF ROCK AND ALTERNATIVE
VOLUMES HAVE BEEN AGREED FOLLOWING ADVICE FROM ADVISORY SERVICES. TO ACHIEVE THIS
DENSITY, WORKERS MUST COUNT AT LEAST TEN TO FIFTEEN ROCKS BETWEEN EXTRACTED ROCKS.
PATCHES OF QUALIFYING SCREE WHICH HAVE LESS THAN ONE HUNDRED ROCKS SHOULD NOT BE
USED FOR EXTRACTION. ANNEX 1 CONTAINS FURTHER INFORMATION ON CALCULATING ACCEPTABLE
INTENSITIES OF EXTRACTION.
k) SMALL ‘GRAVEL’ SCREE SHOULD NOT BE CROSSED TO GET TO OTHER ROCK SOURCES, EXCEPT WHERE
THERE IS AN EXISTING PATH. IF EROSION RELATING TO USE OF THE PATH INREASES THIS ROUTE SHOULD
BE CHANGED.
l) ROCK SHOULD ONLY BE MAN-HANDLED ACROSS QUALIFYING SCREE HABITATS FOR AS SHORT A
DISTANCE AS POSSIBLE TO REDUCE INSTABILITY.
m) TO MINIMISE DAMAGE, HELICOPTERS AND BULK BAGS SHOULD BE USED TO TRANSPORT ROCK (RATHER
THAN POWER-BARROWS) UNLESS DISTANCES ARE SHORT AND USE OF POWER BARROWS WILL NOT
RESULT IN AN ADVERSE IMPACT ON SITE INTEGRITY.
Cathy Mayne
Scottish Natural Heritage
Operations Manager
Fort William
5th September 2014
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INVITATION TO TENDER
Introduction & Repair Work
There are several structures of safety, cultural and historical interest on the summit plateau
of Ben Nevis. As such the John Muir Trust and the Nevis Landscape Partnership is committed
to protecting them whilst recognising the designations and wildness of the summit area.
PRIORITY
Triangulation Point
This stands on a large flat topped cairn with a concrete platform. Some of the stone work
has fallen away leaving part of the pad unsupported. The Triangulation Point is a favourite
landmark for many of those who reach the summit. This needs repaired as per the bill of
quantities.
Navigation Cairns
There are twenty-four of these cairns in total. Part of their care involves the removal of other
cairns that appear from time to time whose existence can cause confusion. The cold, wet
environment causes the cairns to lose stones and reduce in height. These are a safety
feature chosen to be kept maintained after lengthy consultation with the wider community.
SECONDARY PRIORITY
Summit Shelter
Similar problem to the Triangulation Point, subsidence of the supporting cairn. Stone work
has fallen away. The shelter provides an escape from the weather and is an important safety
feature relied on by many. This needs repaired as per the bill of quantities
Hotel Ruins
Removal of broken wooden remains of supporting timbers & artefacts, possibly stabilising
of remaining walls and stone floor as per bill of quantities. This project will help to contribute
to the areas reputation for high quality outdoor recreation and maintain the important
safety, cultural and historical features within the designated site and enhance the visitor
experience.
Weather & Condition of Structures
We expect that all the work detailed above and in the bill of quantities will be planned for
and carried out as part of this contract. However, we do accept that the work involves a
degree of uncertainty with regards to the structure of the summit triangulation cairn and with
regards to weather conditions on planned days of work. These uncertainties have indicated
the first and second priorities to be completed within the agreed tender budget.
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INVITATION TO TENDER (CONT’D)
We expect that the contractors will inform and liaise with John Muir Trust as soon as possible
if it is likely that conditions indicate that the number of days allocated for the work will not
be adequate to complete all the actions on the bill of quantities in the contract.
Site Visit Details
There will be a compulsory site visit for these works at the start of the contract before any
work starts to confirm any outstanding queries and resolve any questions if needed. This
date is to be arranged between the contractor and Alison Austin, Nevis Property Manager,
John Muir Trust. It is envisaged that the site visit will take approximately the whole day and
could be the first day of the contractors being on site or a day prior to that.
Along with this project brief please find attached the following documents:
• STATEMENT OF REQUIREMENTS
• BILL OF QUANTITIES
• GENERAL CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT
• RISK ASSESSMENT
• PRE-TENDER HEALTH SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PLAN
• TENDER RECONCILIATION
Tender Documents
Contractors should submit the following documents as part of their tender:
• COMPLETED BILL OF QUANTITIES WITH TOTAL PRICE FOR THE WORKS
• DETAILS OF RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
• DETAILS OF AVAILABILITY TO UNDERTAKE WORKS IN DESIRED TIMESCALE
• PRE-TENDER HEALTH & SAFETY PLAN
• RISK ASSESSMENT
• COPY OF PUBLIC LIABILITY COVER
• SIGNED TENDER RECONCILIATION DOCUMENT
The risk assessment should not only include a risk level classification but most importantly
identify what level of risk is unacceptable and what measures will be taken to reduce the
risk to an acceptable level. The contractor can submit either a completed copy of the
attached risk assessment form or their own risk assessment. The contractor should outline
in the pre-tender health and safety plan the sequence of operations, method statement and
further details of safety precautions to be taken. A pro-forma health and safety plan is
attached which can be completed or used as a guideline.
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INVITATION TO TENDER (CONT’D)
By signing the tender reconciliation, the contractor is agreeing to abide by the general
conditions of contract and specifications of the work at the submitted tender price.
Please submit tender to;
Alison Austin
John Muir Trust
Lochaber Rural Complex
Torlundy
Fort William
PH33 6SW
Important Dates
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS 12:00, 5th
May 2015
CONTRACT AWARDED EARLY MAY
EARLIEST CONTRACT START DATE JUNE 2015 (DEPENDANT ON SNOW LIE)
START OF CONTRACT SITE VISIT TO BE ARRANGED
CONTRACT TO BE COMPLETED 31st
October 2015
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PRE-TENDER HEALTH AND SAFETY PLAN
Contract Name
Ben Nevis Summit Project
PART 1 (TO BE COMPLETED BY CO-ORDINATOR)
(1) NATURE OF THE PROJECT
1.01 Client The John Muir Trust
1.02 Co-ordinator Alison Austin
1.03 Location: Ben Nevis, Lochaber
1.04 Nature of project: To undertake repairs to stone built structures on summit of Ben
Nevis including triangulation point, summit cairn, summit
shelter base, hotel ruins and summit navigational cairns. In
addition, to carry out thorough clean of rubbish and detritus
accumulating within and around these structures.
(2) THE EXISTING ENVIRONMENT
2.01 Access
The site can be accessed from the visitor centre car park in Glen Nevis, from the road end
at Achintee or from the Path to the north face (and CIC hut)
2.02 Surroundings
The site is at approximately 1200-1344 elevation.
2.03 Existing Services
There are no known gas, electricity or water services on site. Contractors should satisfy
themselves that this is the case and any services that are present must be safely worked
around.
2.04 Existing Structures
There are several man-made structures within the work site area. These are to be repaired
and rebuilt as outlined in Bill of Quantities.
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(3) EXISTING DRAWINGS
3.01 SITE PLAN ENCLOSED (SEE STATEMENT OF REQUIREMENTS)
(4) CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
4.01 COSHH
The Principal Contractor should include relevant medium and high risk COSHH
assessments for all health hazards potentially arising from any construction materials and
substances, where precautions are required either because of their nature or the manner of
their intended use. Copies of all appropriate COSHH assessments will be retained on site.
(5) SITE WIDE ELEMENTS
5.01 Access/Egress
Safe access routes shall be established and maintained throughout the duration of the
works. The Principal Contractor shall outline his procedures for the safe delivery of materials
and plant; these shall not in any way be allowed to impede the free movement of pedestrian
and vehicular traffic in the area.
5.02 Visitors and Pedestrians
The Principal Contractor shall outline proposals for ensuring the safety of all persons coming
onto the site including the following:
• ADEQUATE ACCESS/EGRESS SIGNAGE, COVERING EMERGENCY REQUIREMENTS
• SAFE PASSAGE OF PEDESTRIANS ADJACENT TO THE SITE
• SAFETY BARRIERS WHERE APPROPRIATE
• SEQUENCING OF WORK
(6) OVERLAP WITH CLIENT’S UNDERTAKING
6.01 General
The Principal Contractor shall ensure the works are executed without risk to the public.
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(7) SITE RULES
7.01 General
The Principal Contractor should utilise good practice always:
• NO BURNING OF RUBBISH OR MATERIALS ON SITE
• NO ANIMALS TO BE TAKEN ON SITE
7.02 Security
The Principal Contractor shall take all reasonable precautions to adequately secure the
works against criminal damage and theft.
7.03 Disposal of Rubbish
The Principal Contractor shall state his procedures for the safe removal and disposal of
excavated materials, general rubbish, debris, etc. in such a manner as to avoid nuisance
and misuse.
7.04 Site Welfare
The Principal Contractor shall maintain the site in a safe and tidy condition always.
7.05 Plant and Equipment
All plant and equipment shall be kept in a safe and proper condition in line with
manufacturer’s requirements.
7.06 Personnel
The Principal Contractor shall state his procedures for ensuring:
• ALL PERSONNEL ARE COMPETENT AND ADEQUATELY TRAINED
• HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION IS RELAYED TO ALL PERSONNEL
• ALL PERSONNEL ARE AWARE OF HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS SITE
• ALL PERSONNEL INCLUDING VISITORS HAVE ACCESS TO AND UTILISE APPROPRIATE PERSONAL
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
7.07 Noise
The Principal Contractor shall take all necessary steps to reduce the risk of injury through
exposure to noise, and shall state his proposals for reducing the effects of noise at source.
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PRE-TENDER HEALTH AND SAFETY PLAN (CONT’D)
7.08 Risk Assessments
The Principal Contractor shall carry out risk assessments on all construction activities that
may prove hazardous to the health and safety of personnel. Those assessments which
highlight a medium or high risk level shall be incorporated into the Health and Safety plan.
(8) CONTINUING LIAISON
8.01 Ongoing
The Principal Contractor shall give due consideration to any Health and Safety implications
of any design element of his operations. All relevant information shall be submitted to the
Project Co-ordinator timeously in order that they may be reviewed and comment made as
necessary.
8.02 Unforeseen
The Principal Contractor shall outline his procedure for dealing with any unforeseen
occurrences arising during the construction process which may have a Health and Safety
implication.
8.03 Accident
A copy of all F2508 accident reports must be forwarded to the Project Co-ordinator as soon
as possible after the event; notification of serious accidents should be made initially by
telephone.
8.04 RIDDOR
The Principal Contractor shall comply with the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and
Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1985 and shall submit details of all reportable
incidents to the Project Co-ordinator.
8.05 Alternative
The Principal Contractor shall, where he intends to substitute alternatives for materials or
substances specified, submit details to the Project Co-ordinator at least fourteen days prior
to use on site.
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PRE-TENDER HEALTH AND SAFETY PLAN (CONT’D)
(9) THE CONSTRUCTION PHASE HEALTH & SAFETY PLAN
9.01 General
The Principal Contractor shall be responsible for developing and preparing the Construction
Phase Health and Safety Plan in compliance with Clause 10 of the CDM Regulations. One
copy of the Principal Contractor’s Construction Phase Health and Safety Plan shall be
submitted to the Project Co-ordinator prior to the intended Date for Possession of the
project. Details of the following should be included in the Principal Contractors Construction
Phase Health and Safety plan:
• RISK ASSESSMENT
• WELFARE FACILITIES
• STORAGE OF MATERIALS
• PROVISION OF FIRST AID FACILITIES
• EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
The Principal Contractor shall not be permitted to commence works until the Construction
Phase Health and Safety Plan has been completed to the satisfaction of the client or his
representative. One copy of the Construction Phase Health and Safety Plan shall be retained
on site, always, during the Contract Period.
(10) THE HEALTH AND SAFETY FILE
10.01 General
The Principal Contractor shall provide the Project Co-ordinator with all necessary
information to enable the preparation of the Health and Safety File. The Health and Safety
File shall include where appropriate:
• GENERAL DETAILS OF THE CONSTRUCTION METHODS AND MATERIALS USED
• DETAILS OF ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
The format of the above information shall be agreed with the Project Co-ordinator prior to
submission.
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PRE-TENDER HEALTH AND SAFETY PLAN (CONT’D)
PART 2 (TO BE COMPLETED BY ALL TENDERING CONTRACTORS)
Pre-Tender Method Statement
(1) Contract Company
NAME
ADDRESS
TEL
FAX
ACCOMMODATION ADDRESS
(2) Client
NAME: John Muir Trust
CO-ORDINATOR: Alison Austin
Nevis Manager
ADDRESS: The John Muir Trust
Lochaber Rural Complex
Torlundy
Fort William
PH33 6SW
TEL: 01397 705149 / 07766811949
E-MAIL: [email protected]
(3) Site
CONTRACT LOCATION
SITE NAME
CONTRACT START DATE
CONTRACT FINISH DATE
(4) Staff on Contract
TEAM LEADER
NUMBER OF STAFF ON CONTRACT
NAMES, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF ALL STAFF TO BE EMPLOYED ON CONTRACT
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(5) Sub-Contractors
SUB-CONTRACTORS TO BE USED (YES) (NO)
NAMES, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF ALL SUB-CONTRACTORS TO BE USED ON CONTRACT
(6) Contract Description
(7) Sequence of Operations
Signature: Date:
PLEASE APPEND YOUR RISK ASSESSMENT
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STATEMENT OF REQUIREMENTS APPENDICES
LOCATION OF CAIRNS
CAIRN GRID REFERENCE DETAILS WORK REQUIRED
1 NN1663871243 N/A REPLACE COPING STONE
2 NN1659971207 N/A REPLACE COPING STONE
3A SEE DETAILS 231 BEARING FROM SUMMIT TRIANGULATION POINT N/A
3 NN1656171174 GARDYLOO CAIRN REPLACE COPING STONE
3B SEE DETAILS 282 BEARING FROM GARDYLOO CAIRN N/A
4 NN1651171184 N/A N/A
5 NN1645971193 N/A N/A
6 NN1640871203 N/A N/A
7 NN1635871216 N/A N/A
8 NN1630671223 N/A N/A
9 NN1635471243 N/A N/A
10 NN1631471240 N/A N/A
11 NN1626571233 MACLEAN’S CAIRN REPLACE COPING STONE
12 NN1622971247 N/A N/A
13 NN1617871259 N/A REBUILD FROM HALFWAY
14 NN1614371269 N/A REPLACE COPING STONE
15 NN1609671277 N/A REBUILD FROM HALFWAY
16 NN1605271288 N/A REBUILD FROM HALFWAY
17 NN1600171296 N/A NEEDS PACKING
18 NN1595271309 N/A REPLACE COPING STONE
19 NN1589071326 N/A REPLACE COPING STONE
20 NN1584271339 N/A NEEDS PACKING
21 NN1579271349 N/A REPLACE COPING STONE
22 NN1574671361 N/A REPLACE COPING STONE
23 NN1571671378 4000FT SHELTER N/A
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STATEMENT OF REQUIREMENTS APPENDICES (CONT’D)
Map 1
Site Location
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Site Plan
Extracts from Ordnance Survey File
1936
The pillar was erected on the site of the old Ordnance Survey triangulation mark and on
top of the existing cairn about ten feet above normal ground level. A new lower mark
consisting of a primary bolt in a hydrant type box, set in one-foot of concrete, was first
placed five feet below the pillar. A base of three-feet square was then built of rocks and
filled in with concrete to the required level and the pillar erected on this base in the usual
manner. The stones on top of the cairn were levelled off and bedded down in concrete to
form a pathway around the pillar for the observer to work from.
1955; Sketch of Base Erosion.
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1959
An estimated two tonnes of material were used to repair the cairn. Retaining wall built up
to level of pillar base and concrete filled on to prevent stones from moving.
1969
Emergency repairs.
1972
Removed damaged pillar from cairn. Replaced top bolt. New pillar emplaced plumb over
original position. Cairn grouted in after rebuilding.
John Muir Trust; Ben Nevis Summit Project
Statement of Requirements (Index)
GOODS/SERVICE REQUIREMENTS
PROPOSAL SUBMISSION
TIMETABLE
TERMS & CONDITIONS
EVALUATION CRITERIA
PROJECT CONTACT
HEALTH & SAFETY
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STATEMENT OF REQUIREMENTS
GOODS/SERVICE REQUIREMENTS
As part of the contract, The Nevis Partnership will require the following;
1. SUBMISSION OF A HEALTH AND SAFETY PLAN AND METHOD STATEMENT FOR THE REPAIR WORK, TO
JMT, FOR APPROVAL. IT SHALL INCLUDE A CLEAR METHODOLOGY ON HOW THE CONTRACTOR
PROPOSES TO UNDERTAKE THE WORK, AND AN APPROPRIATE RISK ASSESSMENT. ADEQUATE
PROVISION SHALL BE MADE TO PROTECT ALL PARTIES INVOLVED IN THE WORK, INCLUDING
EMPLOYEES AND THE PUBLIC
2. AN ABILITY TO DEMONSTRATE PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE OF WORKING IN REMOTE LOCATIONS AND
COORDINATING HELICOPTER LIFTS OF EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS
3. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL ASPECTS OF THEIR OWN SAFETY INCLUDING THE
PROVISION AND USE OF APPROPRIATE PPE AND INSPECTION OF ALL EQUIPMENT.
4. MINIMAL IMPACT IS TO BE MADE, DUE TO THE SITE BEING DESIGNATED AN SSSI AND SAC. THIS WILL
REQUIRE SPECIFIC LOCATIONS AND STYLE OF TAKING ROCK AND BUILDING MATERIAL TO BE USED
FROM AN AREA PRE-ARRANGED WITH SNH
5. SHOULD ANY SERIOUS HAZARD OR SAFETY ISSUE ARISE, THE CONTRACTOR WILL BE REQUIRED TO
INFORM THE JMT IMMEDIATELY.
6. THE CONTRACTOR WILL MANAGE THE LOGISTICAL ARRANGEMENTS REGARDING HELICOPTER
COORDINATION AND SELECTING AND BAGGING OF ANY BUILDING MATERIAL REQUIRED.
7. THE CONTACTOR WILL BE REQUIRED TO DEMONSTRATE FULL INSURANCE COVER FOR ALL ACTIVITIES
WITHIN THE SCOPE OF THE CONTRACT AND FOR PUBLIC LIABILITY.
PROPOSAL SUBMISSION
The contractor shall submit;
• A PROPOSAL FOR UNDERTAKING THE REPAIR AND CLEAN UP WORK IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ABOVE
• TENDER RECONCILIATION DOCUMENT
• A PRICE FOR EACH ELEMENT LISTED
• RESUME OF RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
It shall include an outline methodology of how the work is to be undertaken and the
documents identified under the Health and Safety requirements.
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STATEMENT OF REQUIREMENTS
TIMETABLE
The contract will extend over six months. The contract will start as soon as possible after
the snow has receded from the structures (post June 2015) and will be complete by the
end of October 2015 when weather conditions will make it difficult to continue working
efficiently at this location. Consultants are requested to provide one paper copy of their
submission, no later than the date indicated below.
The intended timetable for this tender process is;
ISSUE INVITATION TO QUOTE 20TH
APRIL 2015
SUBMISSION DATE 5TH
MAY 2015
EVALUATE QUOTATIONS EARLY MAY 2015
NOTIFICATION OF AWARD DECISION EARLY MAY 2015
CONTRACT START DATE JUNE > (DEPENDING ON SNOW LIE)
PLANNING DAY/SITE VISIT JUNE
TERMS & CONDITIONS
SEE HEALTH & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Consultants responses will be evaluated against the following list of criteria;
EVALUATION CRITERIA WEIGHTING
OBJECTIVES & SCOPE OF SERVICE; CONSULTANTS ABILITY TO DEMONSTRATE (IN THEIR
PROPOSAL) THEIR ABILITY TO PROVIDE THE FULL SERVICE REQUIRED
40%
EXPERIENCE OF WORKING ON BEN NEVIS OR SIMILAR REMOTE HIGH LEVEL LOCATION/SITE
(INCLUDING CO-ORDINATOR HELICOPTER LIFTS OF EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS)
10%
TIMETABLE; CONSULTANTS DEMONSTRATE THEIR ABILITY TO MEET THE TIMEFRAME
INDICATED ABOVE
ESSENTIAL
TERMS & CONDITIONS; CONSULTANTS CONFRIM THEIR ACCEPTANCE OF THE ENCLOSED
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
ESSENTIAL
SCHEDULE OF COSTS; ASSESSMENT OF CONSULTANTS AND SERVICES PROVIDED IN
RELATION TO VALUE FOR MONEY
ESSENTIAL
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STATEMENT OF REQUIREMENTS
EVALUATION CRITERIA (CONT’D)
Consultants may be required to demonstrate the provision of the service for which a
proposal has been made. Consultants will bear their own costs relating to any such
demonstrations.
PROJECT CONTACT
Any contractor requiring further clarification of any points should address their enquiries in
writing to the contact listed below;
Alison Austin
Nevis Conservation Officer
John Muir Trust
Unit 1B
Lochaber Rural Complex
Torlundy
Fort William
PH33 6SW
HEALTH & SAFETY
As part of any client/contractor relationship, both parties have duties under H&S legislation.
Similarly, if a contractor employs sub-contractors to carry out some or all the work contained
within the specification given for the contract, all parties have health and safety
responsibilities. The extent of the responsibilities of each party will depend on the individual
circumstances of the project. To meet the contract requirements, we need to be satisfied
that prospective contractors are competent to undertake the work described and have health
& safety policies and procedures in place. These must address employee training and safety,
and the risks and hazards associated with the work.
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HEALTH & SAFETY (CONT’D)
To this end, we require you to submit the following information;
1. EVIDENCE OF COMPETENCY (E.G. QUALIFICATIONS, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, REFERENCES, CV’S ETC.) – THIS
MAY HAVE BEEN REQUESTED PREVIOUSLY IN THE STATEMENT OF REQUIREMENTS (SOR).
2. A COPY OF YOUR HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY STATEMENT
3. A STATEMENT SHOWING YOUR ‘SAFE METHOD OF OPERATION’ AND ANY GENERIC RISK ASSESSMENTS FOR
THE TYPE OF WORK YOU INTEND CARRYING OUT (IF APPLICABLE).
4. A COPY OF BOTH YOUR PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE CERTIFICATE AND, WHERE APPROPRIATE, EMPLOYER’S
LIABILITY INSURANCE CERTIFICATES, OR OTHER EVIDENCE OF INSURANCE COVER (E.G. A BROKER’S LETTER).
5. A STATEMENT OF YOUR PROCEDURES FOR APPRAISING THE COMPETENCE OF ANY SUB-CONTRACTOR THAT
YOU INTEND TO USE ON THE PROJECT.
6. IN ADDITION TO YOUR OWN STATUTORY RESPONSIBILITIES UNDER THE REPORTING OF INJURIES, DISEASES
AND DANGEROUS OCCURRENCES REGULATIONS (RIDDOR) 1995, NP WILL REQUIRE YOU TO REPORT ALL
ACCIDENTS, DANGEROUS OCCURRENCES AND NEAR-MISSES THAT OCCUR WHILST YOU ARE WORKING
FOR US, TO THE PROJECT OFFICER.
The successful contractor will be required, in liaison with the Project Officer, to identify
hazards associated with the work, to complete the necessary COSHH (Control of Substances
Hazardous to Health) and final Risk Assessments and to confirm their ‘Safe Method of
Operation’ statement. This will include ensuring that any previously supplied generic risk
assessments have been tailored to the specific work to be undertaken. This must be agreed
with the Project Officer before the work commences.
If contractors fail to provide suitable information, a Health & Safety Policy and evidence of
insurance (as requested above), their tender will be regarded as ‘non-compliant’.
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CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT
REFER TO YEAR ONE REPORT APPENDICES
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AIRLIFT RISK ASSESSMENT & AIRLIFT PLAN
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IMAGES
1 2 3 4
65 7 8
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9 10 11 12
13 14 15 16
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IMAGES (CONT’D)
20 17 18 19
21 22 23 24
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IMAGES (CONT’D)
1) CAIRN 1; NEW COPING STONE
2) CAIRN 2; NEW COPING STONE
3) CAIRN 18; NEW COPING STONE
4) CAIRN 19; NEW COPING STONE
5) CAIRN 11; NEW COPING STONE
6) CAIRN 14; NEW COPING STONE
7) CAIRN 13; REBUILT FROM HALFWAY
8) CAIRN 15; REBUILT FROM HALFWAY
9) CAIRN 3 (MIDDLE); NEW COPING STONE
10) CAIRN 16; REBUILT FROM HALFWAY
11) CAIRN 17; NEEDING PACKING
12) CAIRN 20; NEEDING PACKING
13) CAIRN 21; REBUILT FROM BOTTOM
14) CAIRN 8; REBUILT FROM BOTTOM
15) CORNER 7 CAIRN; BEFORE
16) CORNER 7 CAIRN; DURING
17) TRIANGULATION POINT; BEFORE
18) TRIANGULATION POINT; BEFORE
19) TRIANGULATION POINT; AFTER
20) TRIANGULATION POINT; AFTER
21) SUMMIT SHELTER; BEFORE
22) SUMMIT SHELTER AFTER; HOLE IN SIDE OF STRUCTURE & STEPS REBUILT
23) HELICOPTER LIFTS
24) HELICOPTER LIFTS
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ADVANCE INFORMATION GIVEN TO
PARTICIPANTS
VOLUNTEERING PAGE ON WEBSITE AND INFORMATION EMAIL SENT TO ALL VOLUNTEERS WHO PRE-BOOK
SUGGESTION TO ENSURE ANTI- TETANUS INOCULATIONS ARE UP TO DATE
REMINDER OF RISK OF LYMES DISEASE & LINK TO BADA WEBSITE FOR INFO
SUGGESTION TO BRING OWN PERSONAL FIRST AID KIT
REQUEST TO HAVE EMERGENCY CONTACTS DETAILS IF VOLUNTEER WISHES TO GIVE THEM TO JMT APPROPRIATE VERBAL
BRIEFING ON TASKS IS GIVEN BY SUPERVISOR ON COMMENCEMENT OF WORK
PPE (PERSONAL PROTECTION
EQUIPMENT)
WORK GLOVES
SAFETY GOGGLES (IF TASK HAS RISK OF EYE INJURY) TO BE MADE AVAILABLE TO ALL USERS
HI VIS TABARD - TO BE USED IN VERY LOW VISIBILITY OR PROXIMITY TO DANGER AREAS SUCH AS PUBLIC ROAD
USERS
UNDER 18 YEAR OLDS ARE ALL ACCOMPANIED BY PARENT OR ANOTHER RESPONSIBLE GUARDIAN
DUE TO WAY WORK PARTIES ARE ORGANIZED THEY TEND TO ATTRACT VOLUNTEERS WITH A HIGH LEVEL OF SELF SUFFICIENCY
AND PRIOR EXPERIENCE OF WILD PLACES. SUPERVISORS OF WORK PARTIES WILL ENSURE THAT NEWCOMERS ARE INFORMALLY
ASSESSED AND RECEIVE APPROPRIATE SUPERVISION.
RELEVANT JMT RISK ASSESSMENTS
HAND TOOLS
JMT PROPERTY RISK ASSESSMENTS
WORKING ON ROUGH TERRAIN/BAD WEATHER/REMOTE AREAS/ALTITUDE
KEY JMT CONTACTS
PROPERTY MANAGER OF LOCATION WHERE WORK PARTY IS OCCURRING
VOLUNTEER WORK PARTIES CO-ORDINATOR, SANDY MAXWELL [email protected]
T: 0141 576 6663 M: 07766 380 663
(BOTH ARE FIRST AID @ WORK TRAINED AND CARRY APPROPRIATE FIRST AID KITS)
HSE RIDDOR REPORTING
0845 300 9923 (ALERT HSE OF REPORTABLE ACCIDENT/INCIDENT FIRST ONLY IF THE H&S OFFICER OR HQ UNAVAILABLE)
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ACTIVITY RISK ASSESSMENT (CONT’D)
ACTIVITY
TYPE OF SIGNIFICANT RISK
NOT COVERED BY OTHER
RELEVANT ASSESSMENTS
RISK WITHOUT APPROPRIATE
CONTROL MEASURES CONTROL MEASURES IN PLACE
RESIDUAL RISK
RESULT/LIKLIEHOOD=RISK
BEACH & GENERAL
RUBBISH CLEANING
SLIP/TRIP ON WET UNSTABLE
SURFACE
MINOR/PROBABLE=MEDIUM
APPROPRIATE SUPERVISION- TAKING INTO
CONSIDERATION, WEATHER, TIDE & GEOGRAPHY OF
WORK LOCATION
MINOR/POSSIBLE=LOW
BEACH & GENERAL
RUBBISH CLEANING
PUNCTURE INJURY FROM
GLASS OR OTHER SHARPS
MINOR/POSSIBLE=LOW RISK INCLUDED IN PRE-BRIEFING AND LITTER PICKERS
AND SUITABLE CONTAINERS PROVIDED
MINOR/POSSIBLE=LOW
FOOTPATH
MAINTENANCE AND
REPAIR
CRUSHING/STRIKING
INJURY WHEN WORKING
WITH LARGE STONES
MINOR/PROBABLE =MEDIUM
PRE-BRIEFING AND APPROPRIATE SUPERVISION. WHEN
STONE IS BEING MOVED UPHILL FROM WORK SITE
APPROPRIATE CONTROL MEASURES (TRAFFIC
MANAGEMENT, BANKSMAN ETC.) EMPLOYED
MINOR/POSSIBLE=LOW
FOOTPATH
MAINTENANCE AND
REPAIR
TRIPS/SLIPS & STRIKING
INJURY TO PUBLIC WHEN
STONE IS BEING MOVED
INTO PLACE
MINOR/POSSIBLE=LOW
WHEN STONE IS BEING MOVED UPHILL FROM WORK
SITE APPROPRIATE CONTROL MEASURES (TRAFFIC
MANAGEMENT, BANKSMAN ETC.) EMPLOYED WORK
SITE KEPT CLEAR OF OBSTACLES AND HOLES/UNEVEN
SURFACES CLEARLY MARKED WHEN SITE NOT MANNED
MINOR/IMPROBABLE=LOW
FENCE REPAIRS AND
REMOVAL
PUNCTURE INJURY
(ESPECIALLY FACIAL) FROM
MANIPULATION OF WIRE
MAJOR/POSSIBLE=MEDIUM PRE-BRIEFING AND APPROPRIATE SUPERVISION.
EYE PROTECTION SUPPLIED
MINOR/POSSIBLE=LOW
INVASIVE CONTROL
BURNS DURING DISPOSAL
OF INVASIVES IN BONFIRE
MINOR/POSSIBLE=LOW BURNING SITE TO BE SELECTED FOR SAFE ACCESS AND
APPROPRIATELY SUPERVISED
MINOR/POSSIBLE=LOW
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ACTIVITY RISK ASSESSMENT (CONT’D)
ACTIVITY
TYPE OF SIGNIFICANT RISK
NOT COVERED BY OTHER
RELEVANT ASSESSMENTS
RISK WITHOUT APPROPRIATE
CONTROL MEASURES CONTROL MEASURES IN PLACE
RESIDUAL RISK
RESULT/LIKLIEHOOD=RISK
INVASIVE CONTROL CHEMICAL BURN OR
POISONING
MINOR/POSSIBLE=LOW
CHEMICAL CONTROL ONLY TO BE USED BY
APPROPRIATELY TRAINED INDIVIDUALS TALKING
APPROPRIATE PRECAUTIONS
MINOR/POSSIBLE=LOW
BRASHING & OTHER
WOODLAND TASKS
PUNCTURE INJURY
(ESPECIALLY FACIAL) FROM
OVERHANGING BRANCHES
MAJOR/POSSIBLE=MEDIUM PRE-BRIEFING AND APPROPRIATE SUPERVISION.
EYE PROTECTION SUPPLIED
MAJOR/IMPROBABLE =LOW
TREE AND
MARRAM PLANTING
PUNCTURE INJURY
(ESPECIALLY FACIAL) FROM
TREE STAKES, GRASSES
ETC.
MINOR/POSSIBLE=LOW
PRE-BRIEFING AND APPROPRIATE SUPERVISION.
EYE PROTECTION SUPPLIED MINOR/POSSIBLE=LOW
DRYSTONE WALLING
CRUSHING/STRIKING
INJURY WHEN WORKING
WITH LARGE STONES
MINOR/POSSIBLE=LOW
PRE-BRIEFING AND APPROPRIATE SUPERVISION.
TIDY WORK SITE TO BE ENCOURAGED MINOR/POSSIBLE=LOW
SEED COLLECTING AND
NURSERY WORK
NONE
ALL ACTIVITIES MANUAL HANDLING MINOR/PROBABLE=MEDIUM
SUPERVISION TO ENCOURAGE GOOD MANUAL
HANDLING PROCEDURE AND LIMIT ACTIVITY TO
VOLUNTEERS INDIVIDUAL CAPABILITIES
MINOR/POSSIBLE=LOW
ALL ACTIVITIES
LYMES DISEASE FROM TICK
BITE MAJOR/POSSIBLE=MEDIUM
ADVANCE INFORMATION REINFORCED WITH
REMINDERS ABOUT CHECKING FOR TICKS, TICK
REMOVERS MADE AVAILABLE TO VOLUNTEERS
MAJOR/IMPROBABLE=LOW
NOTES/COMMENTS; Unusual or larger scale projects* will be risk assessed as a separate activity.
*MAJOR PATH RECONSTRUCTION / RECONSTRUCTION OF OLD STEALL BRIDGE SUPERSTRUCTURE
Summit Conservation
Year 2 Report (2015)
ACTIVITY RISK ASSESSMENT (CONT’D)
GUIDANCE ONLY
RESULT CERTAIN PROBABLE POSSIBLE IMPROBABLE
CERTAIN = WILL HAPPEN
PROBABLE = HAPPENS REPEATEDLY/EXPECTED
POSSIBLE = POTENTIAL EXISTS/UNCOMMON
IMPROBABLE = RARELY OCCURS/CONCEIVABLE
FATALITY / DISABILITY HIGH HIGH MEDIUM LOW
MAJOR INJURY HIGH HIGH MEDIUM LOW
MINOR INJURY MEDIUM MEDIUM LOW LOW
NO INJURY LOW LOW LOW LOW
This risk assessment must be signed and retained in hard copy. Refer to it in conjunction with the relevant work activity risk assessment(s) before any work
or led/organised leisure activity commences. All participants must be briefed on any significant hazards and control measures.
RISK ASSESSMENT COMPLETED Sandy Maxwell, 17th
February 2014
DATE FOR REVIEW February 2014
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