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DfI TRAM Permanent Cold-lay Surfacing Material (PCSM)

DfI Transport and Road Asset Management (TRAM)

This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

Award

30 Mar 2026 at 11:54

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

27 Feb 2026 at 12:43

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
TenderUpdate

14 Jan 2026 at 09:58

UK4 - Tender Notice
Tender

11 Dec 2025 at 12:15

UK4 - Tender Notice
PlanningUpdate

13 Nov 2025 at 14:48

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

16 Sep 2025 at 12:04

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Department for Infrastructure (DfI) Transport and Road Asset Management (TRAM) involves the supply and delivery of Permanent Cold-lay Surfacing Material (PCSM). This procurement has progressed to the award stage with contracts signed on 10 March 2026. The tender, identified by "CfT 5858089", covers two lots focused on road-surfacing materials for use in general conditions and specifically wet weather conditions. The process adhered to an open procedure under Northern Irish devolved regulations, with recent activities including contract awards to suppliers such as TOTAL PIPELINE SPECIALISTS (NI) LTD and EMTEK IRELAND LTD. Located in Belfast, TRAM procures under public authority central government classification with contracts valued at GBP 691,200 and GBP 748,800, respectively, for each lot.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for SMEs particularly adept in manufacturing or supplying road construction materials, with both awarded suppliers being SMEs. The contracts, focusing on sustainability and innovation, demand delivery within specific criteria, such as electronic document submissions and extended potential contract periods up to 12 months. Organisations capable of offering cost-effective solutions, complying with technical specifications for PCSM and PCSC, and innovating in environmental aspects are well-poised to participate in future procurement processes. This initiative ensures the modernisation of road networks while engaging suppliers in environmentally considerate practices.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DfI TRAM Permanent Cold-lay Surfacing Material (PCSM)

Notice Description

Permanent Cold-lay Surfacing Material (PCSM) The requirement has been divided into the following 2 lots: Lot 1 - PCSM product for use on the network. Lot 2 - PCSM product for use on the network in wet weather conditions (water activated binder).

Lot Information

PCSM product for use on the network

Permanent Cold-Lay Surfacing Material - road repair material supplied in bag and tub.

Renewal: Following the initial contract period, there is 1 potential extension period of up to 12 months. Optional extension periods will be subject to review and satisfactory performance assessment by the Contracting Authority.

PCSM product for use on the network in wet weather conditions (water activated binder).

Permanent Cold-Lay Surfacing Material - water activated - road repair material supplied in bag and tub.

Renewal: Following the initial contract period, there is 1 potential extension period of up to 12 months. Optional extension periods will be subject to review and satisfactory performance assessment by the Contracting Authority.

Planning Information

DfI is currently developing the specification for Supply and Delivery of Permanent Cold-lay Surfacing Material (PCSM) and Permanent Cold-lay Surfacing Course Material (PCSC) and would value your input before finalising the specification. As an experienced supplier in this field, your feedback will help us ensure that the specification is clear, practical, and aligned with current industry standards and capabilities. We would appreciate your comments on the draft specification such as: • Technical feasibility and clarity of requirements • Alternative approaches or solutions we should consider • Any gaps or ambiguities that could affect performance, quality, or cost • Recommendations for aligning with best practices or innovations in the market Draft Pricing Schedules have also been provided to give an indication of the estimated annual usage figures. If you wish to participate, the draft specification and Pricing Schedules are available to view via eTendersNI under CfT 6135613. Comments are to be made via the CfT messaging facility on eTendersNI by the engagement deadline date and time stated. The Pre-Market Engagement pertains to a future contract opportunity which will be advertised in its own right in due course. This notice is not a call for competition to procure any supplies. Interested parties will not be prejudiced by any response, or lack thereof, to this notice. Nor shall a response to this notice guarantee an opportunity to participate in this market engagement exercise or any future procurement process that DfI may conduct. DfI is not liable for any costs, fees or expenses incurred by any party responding to this notice or any party who may participate in the market engagement exercise. UPDATE as at 13/11/25. The Preliminary Market Engagement for this requirement closed on 30th September 2025. Two responses were received. As a result, the Specification will be revised to consider the below summary of findings. Minimum PSV amended to be consistent with normal practice. Removal of minimum recycled content cap. Inclusion of recycled requirement for packaging (at time of contract commencement or within 6-month period) The use of materials or techniques outside the PSCM or PSCS certification not included. Bulk deliveries not accepted. Minimum order quantities and 10-day delivery time included. BCIS indices to be used for bitumen and other related costs. Certification must be in place for materials at contract commencement. Depots can accommodate any delivery lorry size. Packaging return to be included in award criteria. Electronic delivery documents permitted. It is anticipated that the resulting tender competition will be published via eTendersNI in December 2025.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059b29
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029012-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

44113800 - Road-surfacing materials

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
26 Feb 20267 months ago
Contract Period
11 Mar 2026 - 10 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2030-01-01

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DfI Transport and Road Asset Management (TRAM)
Additional Buyers

Department for Infrastructure

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT7 2JA
Postcode Area
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland
Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

TOTAL PIPELINE SPECIALISTS (NI) LIMITED

EMTEK IRELAND LIMITED

Further Information

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