Planning

Tender for a Contractor for Phase 1 of the Hereford Western Bypass

HEREFORDSHIRE COUNCIL

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Planning

23 May 2025 at 12:37

Summary of the contracting process

Herefordshire Council has announced a planned procurement for the construction of Phase 1 of the Hereford Western Bypass. This tender is currently in the planning stage, with key dates including the future notice date set for 1st September 2025. The project falls under the works category, specifically centred on road construction, with an estimated value of £35,000,000 to £42,000,000 GBP. The location of the project is within the region UKG1 in the United Kingdom. Interested parties should note that the contract period is planned from 5th January 2026 to 31st December 2028. The authority's contact point for enquiries is Herefordshire Council's commercial services.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and engineering, particularly those experienced in roadworks. Companies with capabilities in both construction and design elements may find this project particularly attractive. As a substantial public infrastructure undertaking, successful engagement in this tender can enhance a business’s portfolio and facilitate growth in the public sector. Moreover, it provides a chance for subcontractors and suppliers within road construction and related industries to expand their business networks and secure long-term contracts. This project is well-suited for contractors who are familiar with large-scale infrastructure projects and can comply with UK public sector procurement regulations.

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Notice Title

Tender for a Contractor for Phase 1 of the Hereford Western Bypass

Notice Description

Tender for the construction of Phase 1 of the Hereford Western Bypass, with the potential for it to include some elements of design.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05229a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026349-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45233120 - Road construction works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HEREFORDSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercialservices@herefordshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HEREFORD
Postcode
HR4 0LE
Post Town
Hereford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG11 Herefordshire, County of
Delivery Location
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire

Local Authority
Herefordshire, County of
Electoral Ward
Widemarsh
Westminster Constituency
Hereford and South Herefordshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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