Planning

Open Framework for the Supply of Highway Construction Materials

DORSET COUNCIL

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26 May 2026 at 13:06

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Dorset Council, operating as a sub-central government authority in Dorchester, United Kingdom, is initiating a procurement process for an "Open Framework for the Supply of Highway Construction Materials." This tender, currently in the planning stage, aligns with the Procurement Act 2023 and is part of the council’s ongoing transparency efforts. The process pertains mainly to the supply of road-construction materials under the CPV code 44113000, with a substantial estimated value of £27,000,000, potentially reaching a gross amount of £32,400,000. Key dates include the planned contract period from 18 December 2026 to 17 December 2029, with possible extensions up to December 2034, and an upcoming notice expected by 30 June 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies specializing in the supply of road construction materials, fostering growth prospects in infrastructure development across the UK. Businesses equipped to deliver large-scale goods supply on a long-term basis, particularly those capable of entering framework agreements, would find this venture highly beneficial. Given the procurement's focus on goods and framework agreements, suppliers with experience in public sector contracts and capabilities to meet diverse logistical demands of highway construction will be well-positioned to compete for this opportunity. The planned procurement underlines Dorset Council's commitment to engaging reliable partners in infrastructure projects, promoting robust business growth within the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Open Framework for the Supply of Highway Construction Materials

Notice Description

Open Framework for the Supply of Highway Construction Materials. This procurement forms part of the Council's published Pipeline Notice in line with the Procurement Act 2023. All pipeline information is indicative and subject to change. The Council reserves the right to amend or withdraw procurement activity as required. The information contained within this pipeline notice is provided for planning and transparency purposes only. It does not constitute a commitment to undertake any procurement activity. All values, timelines and requirements are indicative and subject to change. The Council reserves the right to amend, delay or cancel any procurement activity at its discretion. Dorset Council is not bound by the information provided in this pipeline notice, which could change over time as plans for the procurements become clearer. Dorset Council is not under any obligation to proceed with any procurement that has been specified in this pipeline notice.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a3b4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048813-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

44113000 - Road-construction materials

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£27,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Dec 2026 - 17 Dec 2029 3-4 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
DORSET COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DORCHESTER
Postcode
DT1 1XJ
Post Town
Dorchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK64 Dorset
Delivery Location
TLK25 Dorset
Local Authority
Dorset
Electoral Ward
Dorchester West
Westminster Constituency
West Dorset

Further Information

Notice Documents

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