General renovation of the Eiserner Steg bridge in Weidach (Oberstdorf-Tiefenbach)

Summary

The tender concerns the complete renovation of the historic, listed Eiserner Steg bridge and the associated approach bridge in Weidach, in the Oberstdorf-Tiefenbach area. The works include lifting, dismantling and transporting the bridges to a workshop, completely renewing the corrosion protection of the steel structures, installing new bearings and cable-mesh railings, repairing the abutments and pier, constructing a temporary cofferdam and water-management arrangements, and restoring access roads and landscaping. The tender submission deadline is 25 November 2026. Construction is planned to start in June 2027 and finish in December 2027. Bidders must account for restricted access, use of a vehicle of up to 3.5 tonnes on the southern approach, flood and environmental risks, and extensive requirements for temporary works, surveying, workshop drawings and execution documents. Alternative tenders are not permitted.