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ECC013 - A66 High Mast Maintenance

MIDDLESBROUGH COUNCIL

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23 Apr 2026 at 15:47

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Middlesbrough Council is engaged in the procurement process for the maintenance of high masts on the A66, a vital strategic route through Middlesbrough. This process, designated ECC013, falls under the category of public authority maintenance services and is classified within the repairs and maintenance industry. Located in the United Kingdom, specifically in the UKC12 region, the contract addresses a health and safety imperative, given delayed inspections due to prior budget constraints. The procurement method employed is direct, below the competition threshold, and the contract status is complete. Key dates include the signing of the contract on 21st April 2026, with the maintenance activities scheduled to occur from 1st May 2026 to 31st May 2028.

The contract awarded to C.U. PHOSCO LIMITED represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in lighting engineering, particularly those with experience in complex, high-altitude maintenance tasks. This tender provides a chance for growth, enabling companies to demonstrate expertise in large-scale public infrastructure projects. Businesses with capabilities in providing services without competitive bidding, and experience in the nuances of public sector contracting, would find this opportunity particularly appealing. The focus on maintaining strategic transportation infrastructure opens doors for firms looking to expand their portfolio in high-value public safety and maintenance services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ECC013 - A66 High Mast Maintenance

Notice Description

This maintenance is essential for lighting the A66 which is a main strategic route through Middlesbrough. This has to be carried out by a specialist qualified lighting engineering company due to the complexity of the mast and its height. The masts should be inspected and maintained every 6 years however due to budget constraints in previous years this has not been carried out and there for it is imperative from a health and safety point of view that it is carried out as soon as possible.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068a12
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037288-2026
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£82,358 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Apr 20264 days ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 31 May 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
MIDDLESBROUGH
Postcode
TS1 9FT
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC32 South Teesside
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Middlesbrough
Electoral Ward
Newport
Westminster Constituency
Middlesbrough and Thornaby East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

C.U. PHOSCO

Further Information

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