Riverbank Reconstruction and Dam Removal on the Hoëgne River
Published 24 March 2026
Location
Theux, Liège, Belgium
Deadline
27 April 2026
33 days remaining
Suggested bid value
~EUR 750,000
Source
bda
Description
This Belgian public works tender, located in Theux, Liège, concerns the partial demolition of the Raxhon dam and subsequent riverbank reconstruction on the Hoëgne River. The work specifically encompasses concrete demolition related to the dam, reshaping of the riverbed to its new configuration, and the construction of a fish passage using rockfill. Contractors should anticipate physically demanding work in and around a river environment.
The scale and complexity are indicated by the combination of demolition, earthworks, and specialized ecological construction (fish passage). While no specific CPV codes are available, the project's focus on concrete demolition and river modifications suggests a need for specialized equipment and expertise in working with potentially unstable structures and managing water flow. The relatively short tender period (approximately one month) suggests that the contracting authority already has a well-defined project plan and expects bidders to respond quickly. No contract value is published, requiring careful assessment of the project scope and risks during bid preparation.
Original description
This project involves the partial demolition of the Raxhon dam and reconstruction of the Hoëgne riverbanks following flood damage. Work includes concrete demolition, riverbed modifications, and fish passage construction using rockfill.
Deutsch
Uferneubau und Dammrückbau am Fluss Hoëgne
Dieses Projekt umfasst den teilweisen Abriss des Raxhon-Staudamms und den Wiederaufbau der Ufer des Flusses Hoëgne nach Hochwasserschäden. Die Arbeiten umfassen Betonschneidearbeiten, Flussbettänderungen und den Bau eines Fischpasses mit Steinschüttung.
Français
Reconstruction des berges et suppression du barrage sur la Hoëgne
Ce projet concerne la démolition partielle du barrage de Raxhon et la reconstruction des berges de la rivière Hoëgne suite aux dégâts causés par les inondations. Les travaux comprennent la démolition du béton, les modifications du lit de la rivière et la construction d'une passe à poissons utilisant des enrochements.