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Highways - Annual Surface Dressing

Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

11 Jul 2026 at 17:12

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

30 Oct 2025 at 14:11

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

22 May 2025 at 13:58

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process initiated by Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council pertains to their "Highways - Annual Surface Dressing" project. The process, planned under the open procurement method, has reached the award stage with significant involvement in the roadworks industry. The tender invites participation in constructing, foundation, and surface works for highways and roads specifically in the region identified as UKD3, United Kingdom. The contract is set to commence on 17 August 2026, concluding by 16 August 2031, with potential extensions of up to three years, hinting at a total duration of eight years. The level of investment is substantial, with gross amounts reaching up to £4,000,000. Key deadlines included a milestone future signature date set for 27 July 2026.

This tender offers robust opportunities for growth, particularly for SMEs that specialise in road maintenance and construction. The open procedure and framework agreement indicate a competitive yet promising environment for businesses capable of delivering annual surface dressing on specified roads, adhering to high standards of safety and best practices. Enterprises with a proven track record in similar infrastructure projects, particularly those that can emphasize high technical quality, social value contributions, and competitive pricing, stand a strong chance of success. This procurement aligns with regular maintenance schedules and predictable spending patterns, already seeing historical investments around £650,000 annually, providing a consistent stream of business for qualified contractors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Highways - Annual Surface Dressing

Notice Description

The Council has a requirement for annual Surface Dressing to be carried out on specified roads. The annual quantity will be determined by the state of the roads and the maintenance budget allocated each year. Historically the Council has spent circa PS650,000 + VAT per annum on Surface Dressing. The annual spend may increase or decrease. The Council is looking to engage a suitably skilled and experienced Supplier to undertake required works each year. All works shall be carried out in compliance with the specification, industry standards, best practice, consideration for road users and the safety of all persons and wildlife. It is anticipated that the Contract will commence in April 2026, with an initial Contract term of 5 years, with the option to extend for a further 3 years, to a maximum of 8 years.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: up to 36 months extension permissible, in any variation and quantity. Overall maximum term 8 years

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051dea
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065389-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
9 Jul 20261 months ago
Contract Period
17 Aug 2026 - 16 Aug 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Oldham Metropolitan Borough 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
OLDHAM
Postcode
OL1 1HD
Postcode Area
Oldham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD37 Greater Manchester North East
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Local Authority
Oldham
Electoral Ward
Coldhurst
Westminster Constituency
Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ROAD MAINTENANCE SERVICES LIMITED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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