Restoration of the Pöppelmann Bridge

Summary

The tender concerns the restoration and structural strengthening of the Pöppelmann Bridge in Grillenburg, in the Tharandt Forest. The works include repairing and repointing the sandstone masonry, replacing damaged stones, injecting cracks and masonry areas, and renewing damaged wall copings. For structural strengthening, the fill behind the arches will be removed and a new supporting structure founded on micropiles will be built, including reinforced-concrete abutments, pile-cap beams and a structural slab. The works also include renewing the waterproofing, mastic asphalt surfacing, drainage, safety barriers, cable ducts and lighting, as well as the bridge entrance area. The works are scheduled from 2 November 2026 to 30 April 2027. Bids must be submitted electronically in German by 10:00 on 20 October 2026; price is the only award criterion. Bidders must demonstrate suitability through registration in a prequalification register or a completed suitability declaration form and provide the required professional competence information. Check the tender documents for the precise technical and other contract requirements.