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Runcorn High Street - Connectivity (RTCC)

HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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21 May 2026 at 08:26

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Runcorn High Street - Connectivity (RTCC)" has been conducted by Halton Borough Council, focusing on highways consultancy services. The project involves detailed design work for highway and active travel development on Runcorn High Street West, located in the North West of the United Kingdom. This tender is in the award stage, with the contract awarded to WSP UK Ltd on 8th May 2026. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with a total value of £57,234. Important dates include the tender period ending on 24th April 2026 and the contract period lasting from 30th April 2026 to 31st December 2026.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for firms specialising in highways consultancy, especially those with expertise in transportation design and infrastructure development. While the contract has been awarded to a large company, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) can still explore partnership or subcontracting options to engage with larger framework agreements in future tenders. Businesses that can provide innovative design solutions and demonstrate conformance with procurement frameworks will be well-positioned to compete for similar projects initiated by local councils aiming to enhance transport infrastructure.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Runcorn High Street - Connectivity (RTCC)

Notice Description

Detailed design for Highway/Active travel works Runcorn High Street West (Phase 2)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a11fddbc-5fa1-4775-9731-a354efaf0824
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d21aabdc-68db-41d7-adef-2ec606373813
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
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
£57,234 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£57,234 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 May 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
29 Apr 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
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
HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WIDNES
Postcode
WA8 7QF
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Halton
Electoral Ward
Central & West Bank
Westminster Constituency
Widnes and Halewood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WSP

Further Information

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