Summary of the contracting process

Kirklees Council has successfully completed the procurement process for the A638 Dewsbury-Cleckheaton Sustainable Travel Corridor, aimed at enhancing travel methods for bus users, pedestrians, and cyclists in the Yorkshire and the Humber region. This procurement, part of the Civil Works over £4m to £10m South and West framework, was conducted through a selective call-off from the YORCivils3 framework. The project, valued at approximately £6.47 million, engages Esh Construction Ltd as the contractor, with the contract period spanning from 19th May 2025 to 31st March 2026, and an optional extension until 30th September 2026. The industry's primary focus is site preparation work and civil engineering, supporting the transition to more sustainable and shared-mode transport options that will contribute to reduced carbon emissions and better air quality.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for construction firms, particularly those with expertise in civil engineering and infrastructure improvements. The call-off from a framework agreement indicates reliance on proven suppliers with established capabilities, offering potential business growth for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Companies specialising in sustainable transport infrastructure, especially those equipped with machinery and operator hire services, will find this an attractive tender aligning with ongoing shifts towards eco-friendly urban development. This initiative not only fortifies existing supplier relationships but also bolsters the regional economy by enhancing connectivity and accessibility, fostering new business prospects in alignment with local environmental goals.

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A638 Dewsbury - Cleckheaton Sustainable Travel Corridor

KIRKLEES COUNCIL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

22nd May 2025 09:52:41 AM
Contract Summary

The Council of the Borough of Kirklees (the "Council") is seeking Providers with relevant experience and ability to demonstrate sufficient capacity for the provision of a Contractor to deliver the A638 DEWSBURY-CLECKHEATON Sustainable Travel Corridor (the Highways works). The A638 Dewsbury-Cleckheaton Sustainable Travel Corridor TCF scheme (the 'A638 Corridor scheme') is focused on improving journeys for bus users, pedestrians, and cyclists between Heckmondwike and Cleckheaton town centres, with some additional minor improvements between Dewsbury and Heckmondwike. The scheme will support active and shared-mode transport choices for local communities and encourage modal shift away from private car to reduce carbon emissions and improve local air quality. The procurement exercise was conducted through a further competition under YORCivils3 - Lot 3: Civil Works over £4m to £10m South and West. Contract Period: 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026 with the option to extend for a further 6 months until 30th September 2026.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-2388e8b5-b4a9-4baf-9d01-463eec72ee79

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Award

Procurement Method

Selective

Procurement Method Details

Call-off From A Framework Agreement

Procurement Category

Works

Tender Suitability

SME

Framework / DPS

Framework
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

45100000
45200000
45500000

CPV Division(s)

45 - Construction work
Awarding Authority

KIRKLEES COUNCIL

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

procurement@kirklees.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

01484221000

Buyer Address

Ramsden St, Town Hall, Huddersfield HD1 2TA

HUDDERSFIELD

HD12TA

England
Awarded Supplier(s)

Supplier Name(s)

ESH CONSTRUCTION LTD

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A638 Dewsbury - Cleckheaton Sustainable Travel Corridor

KIRKLEES COUNCIL

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