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Hightown Dunes Coastal Defence Reprofiling Scheme

SEFTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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10 Dec 2025 at 13:14

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15 Oct 2025 at 07:48

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Tender

07 Oct 2025 at 09:38

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Hightown Dunes Coastal Defence Reprofiling Scheme" focuses on Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council, a public authority operating under sub-central government. This contract, awarded on 28th November 2025, is part of a tender initiated to address coastal defence needs at Hightown, located within the UKD73 region in the United Kingdom. The procurement method involved an open competition below the threshold, facilitating participation from various businesses. This project is categorised under the construction industry with key activities including sediment redistribution to mitigate coastal erosion and flood risks. The contracted period starts on the 1st of January 2026 and concludes by the end of September 2026, with a total value of £250,000.

This tender represents a robust opportunity for businesses specialising in hydro-engineering, coastal management, and related construction works to expand their portfolios and contribute to significant environmental preservation efforts. Enterprises with experience in natural flood management and sediment handling could find this scheme particularly aligned with their capabilities. As an initiative supported by a reputable local government body, the project aligns with sustainable development goals, providing both immediate and long-term benefits, thereby offering substantial growth prospects for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) within the region.

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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-05a950
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081491-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Nov 20252 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 6-12 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
SEFTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CHEETHAM HILL CONSTRUCTION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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