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Highways Structures Programme

CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL

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23 Apr 2026 at 13:28

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Summary of the contracting process

The Highways Structures Programme, procured by Cheshire West and Chester Borough Council, involves a significant investment in civil engineering works across England, United Kingdom. This tender, valued at £21,000,000, follows a direct award procurement method and has completed the award stage with a contract set to commence on 1st June 2026 and conclude on 31st May 2030. The project pertains to comprehensive construction and engineering services, with participation through frameworks and does not specifically target SMEs or VCSE organisations. Critical dates include the award's publication on 23rd April 2026, following its active status since 11th March 2026.

This programme offers substantial opportunities for companies in the civil engineering sector, particularly those experienced in large-scale infrastructure projects. The awarded suppliers include major players such as Amey OW Limited and Balfour Beatty Civil Engineering, alongside large engineering firms like Ramboll UK Limited and Waterman Infrastructure & Environment, illustrating the competitive nature of such tenders amongst well-established businesses. Essency Consulting Limited, although an SME, secured a role, highlighting potential openings for smaller consultancy services specialising in engineering. This tender represents a robust opportunity for businesses equipped to handle complex engineering demands and foster long-term growth through government contracts within the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Highways Structures Programme

Notice Description

Highways Structures Programme for next four years. All via Frameworks

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3f0e3884-dcc6-4a4b-a326-d0654c49e26a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2ee4875-0330-438f-bad2-0edf08e61aee
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

71300000 - Engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£21,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£21,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ELLESMERE PORT
Postcode
CH65 0BE
Post Town
Chester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Central & Grange
Westminster Constituency
Ellesmere Port and Bromborough

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
5
Supplier Names

AMEY OW

BALFOUR BEATTY CIVIL ENGINEERING

ESSENCY CONSULTING

RAMBOLL

WATERMAN INFRASTRUCTURE & ENVIRONMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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