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Newport Bridge Traffic Management

STOCKTON ON TEES BOROUGH COUNCIL

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01 Aug 2025 at 09:09

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Stockton on Tees Borough Council, a sub-central government authority in the United Kingdom, has completed a direct procurement process for the Newport Bridge Traffic Management project. The procurement falls under the industry category of works, specifically targeting road traffic-control equipment and traffic-calming works. With procurement stages now in the award phase, the contract was signed with Core Highways Group Ltd on 23rd July 2025 and will span from the commencement date to 12th September 2025. The project is geographically centered around Stockton-on-Tees, ensuring local involvement and prompt service delivery. Notably, this contract was processed below the threshold, without competition, ensuring swift procurement directly tailored to project requirements.

This tender presents significant business growth prospects, particularly for firms specialising in traffic management and infrastructure support services. Core Highways Group Ltd, a large-scale enterprise known for its local base and expertise, was awarded the contract due to their proven track record with the bridge's previous maintenance projects. Companies in the traffic control and civil engineering sectors, especially those with a regional focus, might find similar opportunities lucrative as they can leverage local insights, thereby offering efficient and cost-effective solutions. Engaging in such projects could also provide smaller and medium-sized enterprises with a platform to showcase their capabilities on a scale that facilitates future tender eligibility and partnership with public authorities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Newport Bridge Traffic Management

Notice Description

Core Highways were recommended to undertake the traffic management required by Balfour Beatty, the principal contractor undertaking the works on Newport Bridge. This recommendation is based on Core Highways' extensive knowledge of the bridge and their proven experience in managing the complex traffic arrangements required for its closure. In particular, Core Highways successfully delivered the traffic management for the previous closure during 2024/25. Their involvement in that project provided them with valuable insights and lessons learned, which have significantly enhanced their understanding and capability to support the current works efficiently and safely. Additionally, Core Highways on the Newport Bridge project because they are a trusted local supplier, based right here in Stockton-on-Tees near Portrack Lane. Their proximity to the site ensures a responsive and efficient service, and their deep understanding of the local infrastructure landscape makes them a valuable partner. Total including VAT - PS85,580.48

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056af7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045065-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

34923000 - Road traffic-control equipment

45233150 - Traffic-calming works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£71,317 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
22 Jul 2025 - 12 Sep 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STOCKTON ON TEES BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
corporateprocurement@stockton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
STOCKTON ON TEES
Postcode
TS17 6BJ
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC31 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Stockton-on-Tees
Electoral Ward
Mandale & Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Middlesbrough and Thornaby East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CORE HIGHWAYS GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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