TVCA-PROC-0708 - Ground, Pavement and Utility Investigations (Transport)

TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

30 Apr 2026 at 12:06

Tender

15 Apr 2026 at 12:31

PlanningUpdate

18 Nov 2025 at 12:05

Planning

04 Nov 2025 at 16:26

Summary of the contracting process

Tees Valley Combined Authority is overseeing a public procurement process to contract Ground Investigation Services for transport and infrastructure projects across the Tees Valley region. The procurement process, currently in the tender stage, is titled "TVCA-PROC-0708 - Ground, Pavement and Utility Investigations (Transport)" and falls under the industry category of works and services. The authority is conducting an open competition below the threshold to procure a supplier for services including ground and pavement investigations, laboratory testing, and feasibility study support, with a maximum contract value of approximately £720,000. Interested parties must submit their proposals by 15th May 2026, with the enquiry period concluding on 1st May 2026. The project is located in Darlington, a part of the UKC13 region, and the contracting authority operates from Teesside International Airport Business Suite.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in ground investigation, particularly those adept at handling both intrusive and non-intrusive methods. Companies that offer comprehensive geotechnical services, including site management and traffic arrangements, will find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. As the contract places emphasis on quality, with a 60% quality weight in the award criteria, firms with a strong track record in high-standard service delivery are likely to excel. The project also invites small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to compete, with the contract offering a potential extension of two years post the initial term concluding in 2030. The successful completion and management of this tender could enhance a company's portfolio in transportation infrastructure, thereby fostering business growth through strategic regional projects.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

TVCA-PROC-0708 - Ground, Pavement and Utility Investigations (Transport)

Notice Description

Tees Valley Combined Authority ('the Contracting Authority') intends to procure a supplier to deliver Ground Investigation (GI) services to support transport and infrastructure projects across the Tees Valley. Services will include intrusive and non-intrusive investigations, laboratory testing and reporting to inform feasibility studies, business case development and engineering design. The supplier responsible for managing site investigations, access arrangements, traffic management and reinstatement, and providing reports and AGS-compliant data in line with relevant industry standards. Description of risks to contract performance are detailed in the tender documentation. These include access constraints, utilities, ground conditions, environmental constraints and additional funding.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: There is an option to extend the contract for 2 years.

Planning Information

To respond to this pre-market engagement request, you must be registered to use the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/login.html All completed responses must be submitted electronically via the portal using the submission template. Should you require assistance in relation to the e-Sourcing portal, please contact Delta eSourcing either on-line at https://www.delta-esourcing.com/contact/, via email to helpdesk@delta-esourcing.com or call +44(0)800 923 9236. Queries regarding this process and/or the content of this PTME should be submitted as clarification requests via the portal, no communication will be accepted via other means.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05da4c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039885-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45111250 - Ground investigation work

71351500 - Ground investigation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
28 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Jun 2026 - 21 Jun 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DARLINGTON
Postcode
DL2 1NJ
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC33 Darlington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Sadberge & Middleton St George
Westminster Constituency
Stockton West

Further Information

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