Planning

Highways Works Framework

METROPOLITAN BOROUGH OF BURY

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Planning

16 Dec 2025 at 14:44

Summary of the contracting process

The Metropolitan Borough of Bury has initiated a planned procurement process for the "Highways Works Framework", focusing on the construction, maintenance, and civil engineering works related to highways. This procurement falls under the planning stage and aims to cover protective coatings, road markings, pavement testing, and ancillary services such as traffic management and drainage. These works will be carried out in the UKD region, specifically in Bury, United Kingdom. The procurement follows an open procedure, allowing electronic submissions in English, with a tender period ending on 1st July 2026. The framework agreement will cover multiple lots with various specialisations, including paving, carriageway surfacing, drainage, and bridge construction. The publication date for the planned procurement notice was 16th December 2025.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in construction, highways maintenance, and civil engineering. Companies with expertise in paving, asphalt surfacing, drainage systems, CCTV inspections, and structural highway works will find the scope aligns with their services. The estimated gross value of the procurement is £72 million, spread across various lots, which indicates substantial business growth potential for successful bidders. The framework agreement structure lends itself to long-term collaboration opportunities, particularly benefiting businesses that specialise in preventative maintenance, unique material projects, and compliance standard interventions. With the procurement open to the market, businesses equipped with the necessary technical and compliance capabilities should consider preparing their bids to compete effectively.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Highways Works Framework

Notice Description

The forthcoming competitive procurement will cover highways construction, maintenance and civil engineering works, including (but not limited to): - Protective coatings (e.g., steelwork/structures) - Road markings and associated traffic safety measures - Pavement testing services and materials investigation - Ancillary services: site traffic management, minor structures, drainage, and associated enabling works.

Lot Information

Planned Maintenance (Paving and specialist projects)

Paving Works: Regular resurfacing, patching, and renewal of roads, footpaths, cycleways, and paved public areas to maintain safety and usability. Specialist Projects: Targeted interventions for areas requiring unique materials, techniques, or compliance standards-such as decorative paving in town centres, heritage stonework, or high-spec pedestrian zones. Preventative Approach: Focus on extending asset life and reducing costly emergency repairs by addressing wear and tear before it becomes critical.

Carriageway Surfacing

Carriageway Surfacing using Asphalt (bituminous materials), Hot Rolled Asphalt (HRA), Stone Mastic Asphalt (SMA).

Lining (including coloured surface overlay)

The application of road markings and surface treatments that provide guidance, safety, and aesthetic enhancements on highways and paved areas.

Civils (Drainage works and specialist projects)

Civil engineering activities focused on maintaining and improving highway infrastructure, particularly drainage systems and associated specialist works.

CCTV - Jetting/Inspections

CCTV inspections to provide visual evidence of pipe conditions, jetting to remove blockages and debris to prevent flooding and structural damage.

Highway Structures

The construction, maintenance, and repair of structural elements that support or protect the highway network.

Coring

Assessing the structural integrity and material composition of carriageways. Providing accurate data on layer thickness, compaction, and compliance with design specifications.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f6df
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083436-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

45221100 - Construction work for bridges

45232450 - Drainage construction works

45233200 - Various surface works

45233220 - Surface work for roads

45233222 - Paving and asphalting works

71631480 - Road-inspection services

90491000 - Sewer survey services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£60,000,004 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 20267 months to go
Future Notice Date
1 Jun 20266 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
METROPOLITAN BOROUGH OF BURY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
corporateprocurement@bury.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BURY
Postcode
BL9 0SW
Post Town
Bolton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD37 Greater Manchester North East
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Bury
Electoral Ward
Bury East
Westminster Constituency
Bury North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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