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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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06 Jun 2025 at 13:23

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process involves the East Sussex County Council as the buying organisation, seeking Construction and Engineering Design Services for technical support during the construction stage of the Phase 2B Queensway Gateway Road (QGR) project. This initiative falls under the Highways consultancy services category and is based in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is currently in the award phase, with the contract having been extended twice due to construction delays, now set to end on 28 February 2026. The initial contract began on 5 September 2024 and was procured through a direct method, specifically a single tender action below the threshold. The contract value has increased to £135,000, excluding VAT.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in highways consultancy services, particularly those able to provide technical support during construction phases. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are noted as suitable for this contract, highlighting the potential for smaller businesses to engage with public sector projects and expand their portfolio within the infrastructure and engineering sectors. The collaboration with prominent players like Balfour Beatty Living Places and direct involvement with national and regional highways authorities further enhances the growth prospects for participating businesses.

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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)

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
£135,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£83,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
4 Sep 2024 - 28 Feb 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
James Cooper
Contact Email
procurement@eastsussex.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01273 337482

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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