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22 May 2026 at 15:52

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14 May 2026 at 17:06

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11 Feb 2026 at 18:07

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the project titled "DfI TRAM Road Asset Management - Surfacing Framework B" is facilitated by the DfI Transport and Road Asset Management (TRAM) of the Northern Irish central government, headquartered in Belfast. This process involves an open procedure to establish a framework agreement covering asphalt surfacing works across several regions including Belfast South, Coleraine & Limavady, Dungannon, and Down. Each lot is valued at between £50k and £750k, with supplementary project lots valued up to £5m. The framework aims to manage an overall budget of £150m, extendable to £180.25m. Key contract dates are set around mid-2026, with related commitments proposed to end in mid-2030 or beyond, pending extensions. The award stage of the process was completed in May 2026, as detailed in the most recent updates to the contract documents.

This procurement presents significant prospects for SMEs and larger enterprises specialising in civil engineering and construction works. The framework allows for multiple concurrent projects and offers substantial long-term business growth opportunities due to its expansive scope and financial scale. With provisions supporting both direct lot-specific contracts and overarching projects across Northern Ireland, businesses in construction, road services, and temporary traffic management can significantly benefit. Additionally, firms focusing on sustainable practices and innovative road maintenance solutions may have an edge, given the strategic emphasis on environmental and regulatory compliance.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

DfI TRAM Road Asset Management - Surfacing Framework B

Notice Description

This notice replaces the previously published UK6 Contract Award Notices (Notice Identifiers: 2026/S 000-046240 & 2026/S 000-047985) to reflect an updated standstill period end date of 10 June 2026 and correct the reference to the type of framework to be established. This tender notice is for the award of a public contract through an open procedure in accordance with section 20(1) and (2)(a) of the PA 2023. RAM Surfacing Framework B will include the following work activities: delivery of two or more concurrent resurfacing schemes on a public road; laying various types of asphalt surfacing by mechanical means and by hand, reshaping of carriageways, adjustment of street furniture to new levels, adjustment/provision of kerblines, adjustment/provision of carriageway drainage systems, Temporary Traffic Management, road marking/studs, other associated ancillary works. The Framework will comprise of four area Lots (Works Orders valued above PS50k up to PS750k) and a Project Lot (projects valued above PS750k up to PS5m) covering the following areas: - SFB E2 - Belfast South; - SFB N2 - Coleraine & Limavady; - SFB W3 - Dungannon; and - SFB S2 - Down. This Framework will deliver works from Call-Off contracts with an overall cumulative value of PS150m (ex VAT) over the four year term. If the Contracting Authority is unable, for any reason, to award a new framework or to put in place an alternative regime to replace this Framework on its termination or expiry, any Call-Off Contract established under the Framework may be extended for a further period or periods up to a maximum of 12 additional months. This may increase the overall cumulative value to PS180.25m (ex VAT).

Lot Information

SFB P1 (Projects Lot)

Options: Framework lot values may be shared with other lots.

SFB E2 (Belfast South)

Options: Framework lot values may be shared with other lots.

SFB N2 (Coleraine and Limavady)

Options: Framework lot values may be shared with other lots.

SFB W3 (Dungannon)

Options: Framework lot values may be shared with other lots.

SFB S2 (Down)

Options: Framework lot values may be shared with other lots.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064e6b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048160-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

45233200 - Various surface works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£180,250,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£180,250,000 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
£180,250,000 £100M-£1B
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20263 months ago
Contract Period
18 Jun 2026 - 17 Jun 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
2030-01-01

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DfI Transport and Road Asset Management (TRAM)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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, TLN06 Belfast, TLN08 Newry, Mourne and Down, TLN0B Mid Ulster, TLN0C Causeway Coast and Glens

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
11
Supplier Names

FP MCCANN LIMITED

FP McCann Ltd

GIBSON QUARRIES (BANBRIDGE) LIMITED

Gibson Quarries (Banbridge) Ltd

JOHN MCQUILLAN (CONTRACTS) LIMITED

John McQuillan (Contracts) Ltd

Northstone Materials Limited

Patrick Keenan

Patrick Keenan Quarries

WHITEMOUNTAIN QUARRIES LTD

Whitemountain Quarries Ltd t/a Breedon

Further Information

Notice Documents

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