Planning

MHA+ Highways & Infrastructure Works Framework: PS0:5m

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

27 Feb 2026 at 10:49

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

23 May 2025 at 12:04

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Leicestershire County Council is in the planning stage for its forthcoming procurement process concerning the "MHA+ Highways & Infrastructure Works Framework: £0-5m". This tender aims to establish a new framework targeting lower-value highways and infrastructure works, complementing the existing Medium Schemes Framework 4 (MSF4). An important contractor information day is scheduled for 16th March 2026 at the Guthlaxton Committee Room, County Hall, Glenfield, Leicester. The event, available both in-person and via Teams, will provide insights into the framework's structure and future strategy. Although specific details are yet to be finalized, soft market testing is set for March/April 2026. Businesses have until 31st March 2026 to engage with market testing activities, reflecting a significant opportunity to influence the framework's development.

This procurement provides substantial opportunities for growth, especially for local and regional contractors specializing in construction and architectural services, given the indicative £0-5 million project range. The framework is suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can offer flexibility and adaptability in delivering lower-risk construction projects across multiple UK regions. Engaging in the preliminary market engagement offers businesses the chance to shape the framework and potentially secure contracts, fostering long-term relationships with the Midlands Highway Alliance Plus (MHA+). Businesses interested in highway improvements, civil engineering, and public infrastructure development stand to benefit significantly from participating in this process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MHA+ Highways & Infrastructure Works Framework: PS0:5m

Notice Description

On 16th March 2026 the MHA+ will be hosting a 'Contractor Information Day' for Contractors who wish to find out information about the MHA+ and our proposed new Framework for lower value highways / infrastructure works. The MHA+ is a collaborative alliance of 35 local authorities (Members) , providing access to highways & infrastructure focussed public sector Frameworks, alongside training, and themed working groups to its public sector members https://www.mhaplus.org.uk/about-us/. MHA+ current regions of supply (more to be added from April 2026): https://www.mhaplus.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/W0178-MHA-Plus-MEMBERS-MAP-2022.jpg The current MHA+ highways infrastructure Framework - the Medium Schemes Framework 4 (MSF4) (https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021150-2022) consists of 4 'Tier 1' contractors, with projects typically >PS10m and a focus on early contractor involvement and collaboration utilising NEC Option C (X22). This Framework is due to expire in July 2028, though there is the option to extend for two further years beyond this. In response to MHA+ Member requirements, the MHA+ is now exploring options to expand its Framework offerings through the establishment of a new Framework focussed on lower value/risk works (indicative range of PS0-PS5m), with a broader range of contract and commercial options, targeted at local/regional/Tier 2 main contractors. The intention is that this new Framework would sit alongside and complement the existing MSF4 Framework, either as a separate Framework, or separate Lots within a new Framework, providing Members with a full range of commercial solutions to meet their needs. The event on the 16th of March will provide interested parties with the opportunity to hear about the MHA+ as a whole and its plans for the new Framework, and provide feedback to help shape the future strategy. This is a hybrid in-person / Teams event. The event will be recorded via Teams for anyone unable to attend on the day. The event will be held in person on Monday 16th March at 10am, in the Guthlaxton Committee Room, Leicestershire County Council, County Hall, Glenfield, Leicester LE3 8RA. Alternatively, the Teams link will be provided once contractors have registered their interest. As we have limited spaces in the venue, contractors are only able to send ONE representative in person in the first instance - this may be reviewed depending on the number of contractors wishing to attend. To register your interest in attending the event in person or via Teams, please contact Victoria.Barker@leics.gov.uk. In addition to the hybrid event, the MHA+ will be undertaking a written soft market testing exercise, seeking more detailed feedback from contractors. This exercise is due to take place in March/April 2026, with details relating to be published via www.eastmidstenders.org (Ref DN808330).

Planning Information

This is a hybrid in-person / Teams event. The event will be recorded via Teams for anyone unable to attend on the day. The event will be held in person on Monday 16th March at 10am, in the Guthlaxton Committee Room, Leicestershire County Council, County Hall, Glenfield, Leicester LE3 8RA. Alternatively, the Teams link will be provided once contractors have registered their interest. As we have limited spaces in the venue, contractors are only able to send ONE representative in person in the first instance - this may be reviewed depending on the number of contractors wishing to attend. To register your interest in attending the event in person or via Teams, please contact Victoria.Barker@leics.gov.uk In addition to the hybrid event, the MHA+ will be undertaking a written soft market testing exercise, seeking more detailed feedback from contractors. This exercise is due to take place in March/April 2026, with details relating to be published via www.eastmidstenders.org (Ref DN808330). Note that the 'engagement deadline' in this notice relates to the planned soft market test, not the 16 March event.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052266
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017765-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Dec 20268 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 1 Jan 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE3 8RA
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales
Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Glenfield Faire
Westminster Constituency
Mid Leicestershire

Further Information

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