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Award

07 Jul 2026 at 09:59

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Preston City Council, revolves around the "Levelling Up Fund Public Realm Works: North-South Links" project, classified under construction, foundation, and surface works for highways and roads. This selective procurement was conducted through a call-off from a framework agreement. Located in the North West of the United Kingdom, the contract period commenced on 11th June 2026 and is set to conclude on 26th May 2027. The award stage has been completed as of 7th July 2026, with the total contract value accruing to £3,653,080.79. The primary procurement stage of this contract is the award, with the buyer identified as Preston City Council and the supplier as Eric Wright Civil Engineering.

This tender offers substantial business growth potential, particularly for firms operating within the construction industry, specialising in public infrastructure enhancements. With the nature of this project aligning with opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), companies within these categories are particularly well-suited to engage with similar procurement opportunities. Additionally, the geographical focus in the North West presents an advantageous position for local businesses aiming to expand their portfolio in public sector projects.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Preston City Council - Levelling Up Fund Public Realm Works: North-South Links

Notice Description

Active Travel Preston City Council - Levelling Up Fund Public Realm Works: North-South Links

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-425c70a9-17a3-470a-b007-683e58fc10ec
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a48e6899-5d94-45e0-8351-c55b21cca604
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45233000 - Construction, foundation and surface works for highways, roads

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,653,080 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,653,080 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Sep 2012Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
10 Jun 2026 - 26 May 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PRESTON CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR1 2RL
Post Town
Preston
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Preston
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Preston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ERIC WRIGHT CIVIL ENGINEERING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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