Tender

Junction Improvement works at A2 High Street junction with Mierscourt Road, Rainham

MEDWAY COUNCIL

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Tender

16 Mar 2026 at 14:00

Summary of the contracting process

Medway Council is inviting tenders for junction improvement works at the A2 High Street junction with Mierscourt Road in Rainham. This procurement falls under the construction industry category, specifically focusing on highway construction and enhancements. The tender process is currently active, with the procurement following an open competition method below threshold value. With a tender closing date set for 1st May 2026, interested parties can submit their proposals electronically. The project, planned as an NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract, includes various upgrades like traffic signals, resurfacing, and street lighting improvements, scheduled to occur between 22nd July 2026 and 27th September 2026.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for enterprises skilled in road construction and junction improvements. With a financial scope involving a gross amount of £450,000, small and medium-sized enterprises may find this an attractive opportunity, given the project's value and open procurement method. Businesses adept in offering competitive pricing and high-quality standards will be well-suited for this tender, as these are key awarding criteria. Additionally, the emphasis on social value measures aligns with contemporary business practices, making this tender appealing to forward-thinking firms in the construction sector.

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Notice Title

Junction Improvement works at A2 High Street junction with Mierscourt Road, Rainham

Notice Description

Construction of highway junction improvement works at the A2 High Street / Mierscourt Road junction, Rainham. The works comprise junction capacity improvements, pedestrian and bus stop accessibility enhancements, removal of traffic islands, upgraded traffic signals, resurfacing and block paving works, street lighting upgrades, drainage improvements, and soft landscaping. The Contract will be let as an NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC) Option A (Priced Contract with Activity Schedule), using the Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works (September 2025).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066b17
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023530-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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


CPV Codes

45233000 - Construction, foundation and surface works for highways, roads

45233100 - Construction work for highways, roads

45233120 - Road construction works

45233125 - Road junction construction work

45233140 - Roadworks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£375,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£375,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
30 Apr 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Jul 2026 - 27 Sep 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MEDWAY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHATHAM
Postcode
ME4 4TR
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ41 Medway
Delivery Location
TLJ41 Medway

Local Authority
Medway
Electoral Ward
Chatham Central & Brompton
Westminster Constituency
Rochester and Strood

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