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Springfield Gardens Drainage

ALDER HEY

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19 Mar 2026 at 13:59

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Springfield Gardens Drainage" project was overseen by Alder Hey, a central government public authority in the United Kingdom. The project involves critical drainage works to support infrastructure development on land adjacent to the Trust estate and Springfield Park. This procurement was awarded directly to First Step Group Ltd, a large-scale supplier based in Manchester, on 10 March 2026, with the contract remaining active until 17 August 2026. The procurement method for this contract was "Below threshold - without competition," indicating a direct procurement process. The industry category focuses on ground-drainage work, with a total contract value of £180,000 gross (£150,000 net). The main procurement category is works, emphasising infrastructure development. This contract was signed on 17 March 2026, and it is located in the region UKD7.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in civil engineering and infrastructure development, especially those specialising in drainage or groundwork services. Companies with expertise in ground-drainage work may find growth potential in similar future projects initiated by public authorities like Alder Hey. While the procurement method in this case did not involve competition, familiarity with direct contracts and partnerships with local government bodies could benefit businesses interested in similar endeavours. Proximity to the development site in Frzakerley, United Kingdom, may be advantageous for those looking to establish relations with Alder Hey for possible future procurements. Collaboration with established contractors such as First Step Group Ltd could also foster business expansion and networking within the sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Springfield Gardens Drainage

Notice Description

first Step Group (FSG) is currently developing Springfield Gardens on land adjacent to the Trust estate and Springfield Park. To facilitate essential infrastructure, the Trust has entered into a legal agreement with FSG to complete critical drainage works.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066efe
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025210-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45111240 - Ground-drainage work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
17 Mar 2026 - 17 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ALDER HEY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FRZAKERLEY
Postcode
L9 7LJ
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Fazakerley West
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Walton

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FIRST STEP GROUP

Further Information

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