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ESCC-HP-DAW-Construction and Engineering Design Services to provide technical support through the construction stage of the Phase 2B Queensway Gateway Road (QGR) project.

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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10 Mar 2026 at 15:42

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22 Dec 2025 at 10:09

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06 Jun 2025 at 13:31

Award

06 Jun 2025 at 13:23

Summary of the contracting process

The recent update in the award status concerns the construction and engineering design services tender for Phase 2B of the Queensway Gateway Road project. Published on 10 March 2026, the contract now includes technical support to address construction delays, with the completion date extended until 31 May 2026 and a revised value of £147,000. East Sussex County Council is the purchasing authority, with a focus on highways consultancy services in the South East of the United Kingdom. The procurement method deployed was a direct single tender action, initiated on 5 September 2024, and suitable for SMEs but not VCSEs. The current phase is completion with significant updates reflected as of this date.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in highways consultancy services, particularly those that can provide engineering design and technical support during construction phases. The procurement, led by East Sussex County Council, positions the successful contractor to be part of a high-profile infrastructure project. Ideal candidates are those with experience in similar large-scale road construction projects, and SMEs stand to benefit most due to suitability factors considered during procurement. The continuity offered by engagement with renowned contractors like Balfour Beatty Living Places enhances collaborative opportunities for consulting firms aiming to expand their market presence in the South East of England.

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Notice Title

ESCC-HP-DAW-Construction and Engineering Design Services to provide technical support through the construction stage of the Phase 2B Queensway Gateway Road (QGR) project.

Notice Description

Construction and Engineering Design Services to provide technical support through the construction stage of the Phase 2B Queensway Gateway Road (QGR) project. This commission of the construction by Balfour Beatty Living Places (BBLP) started on 5th September 2024 and provides valuable continuity to the wider design team, including National Highways, East Sussex County Council Highways and BBLP as Main Contractor. Update: This contract has now been extended due to construction delays until 31 October 2025/the date the services are complete, with an increased value from PS60,000 to PS83,000. Update: This contract has now been further extended due to construction delays until 28 February 2026/the date the services are complete, with an increased overall contract value of PS135,000 (excluding VAT) Update: This contract has now been further extended due to construction delays until 31 May or the date the Services are complete, with an increased overall contract value of PS147,000 (excluding VAT)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5bdb5a45-2e0f-42be-93ab-39e50d8a15d6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3cb605aa-5238-4980-aa72-7b14530df0d1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71311210 - Highways consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£147,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£83,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
4 Sep 2024 - 31 May 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 1UE
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Priory
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAMPBELLREITH CONSULTING ENGINEERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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