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20 Jul 2026 at 10:57

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by National Highways Limited involved a selective tender to repair the embankment on the A34 Northbound in Abingdon, under the title "PDF Framework - A34 NB Abingdon EW14725 Embankment Repair". The procurement, classified under 'Surface work for highways', concluded at the award stage with an active contract status as of 18th June 2026. Scheduled between 19th June and 23rd October 2026, this project, with a value of £634,649.65, covers multiple delivery locations including the United Kingdom and various British Overseas Territories. The procurement was conducted via a framework agreement, emphasising suitability for SMEs.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in construction and civil engineering, particularly those specialising in highway surface works. SMEs are especially encouraged to participate, considering the procurement method which favours a selective approach through a framework agreement. The project, secured by DSD Construction Ltd, showcases potential business growth avenues in the public infrastructure sector. Companies with established expertise in similar highway works stand well-placed to compete for future tenders issued by National Highways Limited or similar entities.

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Notice Title

PDF Framework - A34 NB Abingdon EW14725 Embankment Repair

Notice Description

PDF Framework - A34 NB Abingdon EW14725 Embankment Repair

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4bc59258-e710-459e-a83f-78d7debb04d3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/224811ef-1d2b-447d-989e-aeaf224a6e97
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45233210 - Surface work for highways

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£634,649 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£634,649 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
18 Jun 2026 - 23 Oct 2026 1-6 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
NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
ANNESLEY
Postcode
NG15 0DS
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF15 North Nottinghamshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Ashfield
Electoral Ward
Annesley & Kirkby Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Ashfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DSD CONSTRUCTION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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