Tender

Hightown Dunes Coastal Defence Reprofiling Scheme

SEFTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council is actively inviting tenders for the "Hightown Dunes Coastal Defence Reprofiling Scheme," positioned within the construction industry category. Located in the Hightown area, this project aims to combat erosion and enhance the resilience of the coastal dune system by redistributing sediment. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with an open competition method below the threshold, inviting bids until the 22nd of August, 2025. Key dates include an enquiry period closing on the 18th of August, 2025, and the project is scheduled to commence on the 15th of October, 2025. The total contract value is £100,000 for works to be carried out in the UKD region.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the construction sector, particularly those with expertise in coastal engineering and sediment management. Companies that qualify as SMEs and can deliver high-quality services stand to benefit from this project, as the award criteria prioritise quality (70%) over cost (30%). Participation in this contract can not only stimulate business growth but also provide a platform for future public works collaborations, enhancing a company's reputation in environmental and infrastructure solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Hightown Dunes Coastal Defence Reprofiling Scheme

Notice Description

Sefton Council are one of the partners in the Alt Catchment Natural Flood Management (NFM) project, https://www.merseyrivers.org/index.php/projects/alt-catchment-nfm. As one of the proposed NFM options Sefton Council are proposing a to nourish the foreshore and dunes at Hightown with material from the local sediment system due to an ongoing issue with erosion. Sefton Council is seeking a suitably qualified contractor to deliver the Hightown Dunes Coastal Defence Reprofiling Scheme. The project aims to enhance the resilience of the dune system through sediment redistribution, reducing coastal erosion and flood risk. The works will involve the movement of accumulated sediment from the Alt Channel back into the dune system and on the foreshore, targeted placement of sand and silt to strengthen weak points, and site restoration post works.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0569c1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044576-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Oct 2025 - 14 Jul 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SEFTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Stuart Bate
Contact Email
stuart.bate@sefton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+441519344288

Buyer Location

Locality
BOOTLE
Postcode
L20 7AE
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD73 Sefton
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Sefton
Electoral Ward
Linacre
Westminster Constituency
Bootle

Further Information

Notice Documents

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