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Highways Framework

Blackpool Council

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08 Jan 2026 at 10:14

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11 Dec 2025 at 15:54

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Summary of the contracting process

Blackpool Council, in conjunction with other participating local authorities including Lancashire County Council and the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, invites tenders for a Highways Framework, encompassing highways surfacing and civil engineering works. This procurement, utilising an open procedure, aims to establish a 4-year framework starting from 1st April 2026, valued at a gross amount of £240 million. Interested parties must submit proposals electronically via the Blackpool Council’s e-tendering portal by the updated deadline of 9th February 2026. The framework is divided into two lots: Lot 1 for Highways Surfacing and Lot 2 for Highways Civils, with up to four suppliers to be awarded per lot. These works span regions in North West England, specifically within UKD3 and UKD4.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses within the construction sector, especially those specialising in roadworks, maintenance, and civil engineering projects. SMEs are considered suitable and encouraged to participate. The framework allows companies to secure long-term and substantial projects, potentially ranging from £100,000 to £5 million for Lot 1 and £100,000 to £1.5 million for Lot 2. By establishing strategic partnerships across multiple local authorities, this procurement can lead to sustainable business growth and expanded regional presence. Companies capable of delivering quality and cost-effective solutions will find this opportunity ideal to enhance their portfolio and reputation within public sector collaborations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Highways Framework

Notice Description

Blackpool Council are establishing a lotted - Highways surfacing and civil engineering works Framework. The procurement will be conducted as an open tender and will establish a framework for a 4-year period. Call off contracts may be entered into from the framework in the manner described within the tender documents. The framework will consist of two lots as follows: Lot 1 - Highways Surfacing - Surfacing includes re-surfacing and re-construction of the highway network using conventional surfacing materials consisting of flexible and rigid pavement treatments (hot, warm and cold mix asphalts/concrete) Lot 2 - Highways Civils - Civil Engineering Works includes construction of improvement works on or associated with the highway network The intention is to establish a framework of up to 4 Suppliers for lot 1 and up to 4 Suppliers for lot 2. The indicative range of call off contracts that may be entered into is typically expected to be in the range as set out below: * Lot 1 - Highways Surfacing - PS100,000 - PS5,000,000 * Lot 2 - Highways Civils - PS100,000 - PS1,500,000 In addition to Blackpool Council the framework is being made available to Lancashire County Council, Blackburn with Darwen Council, Lancashire Combined County Authority, Current members, associate members and future members of the Association of Greater Manchester Authorities. The published tender documents set out full details of the procurement process. All tender documents are available free of charge through Blackpool Council's e-tendering portal - https://procontract.due-north.com/

Lot Information

Highways Surfacing

Surfacing - re-surfacing and re-construction of the highway network using conventional surfacing materials consisting of flexible and rigid pavement treatments (hot, warm and cold mix asphalts/concrete) and associated works such as, but not limited to road markings and signs, kerbs, drainages, barriers etc

Highways Engineering Works

Civil Engineering Works - construction of improvement works on or associated with the highway network that may include the following; Earthworks - excavation, embankment construction, soil stabilisation, ground improvement, Drainage works - installation and renewal of surface water and foul water drainage systems, gullies, manholes, culverts, soakaways, attenuation features, Structures - construction, maintenance, and strengthening of highway-related structures such as retaining walls, culverts, small bridges, underpasses, Kerbing and footways - new construction and reconstruction of kerbs, footways, cycleways, pedestrian crossings, and paved areas, Carriageway construction - full-depth reconstruction, junction realignments, new road construction (excluding surfacing-only works covered under Lot 1), Traffic management and safety features - installation of safety barriers, guardrails, traffic islands, bollards, street lighting foundations, Environmental and landscaping works - reinstatement of verges, topsoiling, seeding, planting, and other mitigation measures linked to highway improvements, Utility works interface - coordination of civil works around statutory undertakers' apparatus and chambers.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f433
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001320-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45233100 - Construction work for highways, roads

45233120 - Road construction works

45233121 - Main road construction works

45233122 - Ring road construction work

45233123 - Secondary road construction work

45233124 - Trunk road construction work

45233125 - Road junction construction work

45233126 - Grade-separated junction construction work

45233127 - T-junction construction work

45233128 - Roundabout construction work

45233129 - Crossroad construction work

45233130 - Construction work for highways

45233131 - Construction work for elevated highways

45233139 - Highway maintenance work

45233140 - Roadworks

45233141 - Road-maintenance works

45233142 - Road-repair works

45233144 - Overpass construction work

45233150 - Traffic-calming works

45233160 - Paths and other metalled surfaces

45233161 - Footpath construction work

45233162 - Cycle path construction work

45233200 - Various surface works

45233210 - Surface work for highways

45233220 - Surface work for roads

45233223 - Carriageway resurfacing works

45233224 - Dual carriageway construction work

45233225 - Single carriageway construction work

45233226 - Access road construction work

45233227 - Slip road construction work

45233251 - Resurfacing works

45233252 - Surface work for streets

45233253 - Surface work for footpaths

45233300 - Foundation work for highways, roads, streets and footpaths

45233310 - Foundation work for highways

45233320 - Foundation work for roads

45233330 - Foundation work for streets

45233340 - Foundation work for footpaths

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£200,000,000 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jan 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 4-5 years
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
Blackpool Council
Additional Buyers

Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council

Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council

Cheshire East Council

Greater Manchester Combined Authority

Lancashire Combined County Authority

Lancashire County Council

Manchester City Council

Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council

Rochdale Borough Council

Salford Metropolitan Borough Council

Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council

Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council

Trafford Council

Transport for Greater Manchester

Warrington Borough Council

Wigan Council

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ASHTON UNDER LYNE
Postcode
FY1 1NA
Postcode Area
Blackpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD42 Blackpool
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester, TLD4 Lancashire
Local Authority
Blackpool
Electoral Ward
Talbot
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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