625581 - M42 J6 Bickenhill Structure Scheme - Ground Investigation Works

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "M42 J6 Bickenhill Structure Scheme - Ground Investigation Works" has been completed by National Highways Limited, a central government public authority based in Birmingham, United Kingdom. This tender, under the award and contract stages, was conducted following a direct procurement method, classified below the threshold without competition. The process was finalised with Tetra Tech Limited, a large-scale supplier located in Leeds, for ground investigation work under an NEC4 contract. The contract commenced on 15th June 2026 and is set to end on 31st March 2027, with a contract value of £405,766.77 to £48,692,012 in gross terms. The contract aims to undertake both intrusive and non-intrusive site investigations to support the M42 Junction 6 development at Bickenhill, with the thorough investigations aiding future design and development of the scheme.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in ground investigation and geotechnical services. It is especially suited for companies capable of delivering extensive lab testing, drilling, and factual reporting. By participating in government-led infrastructure projects, such as this one by National Highways Limited, businesses can foster growth through long-term partnerships and exposure to future large-scale public sector contracts. Enterprises possessing large-scale operational capabilities and specialisation in geotechnical or civil engineering services can particularly thrive by competing for such tenders, enhancing their portfolios and gaining access to significant market opportunities.

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Notice Title

625581 - M42 J6 Bickenhill Structure Scheme - Ground Investigation Works

Notice Description

Ground Investigation works for the M42 Junction 6 Bickenhill Structure Scheme. The scope includes intrusive and non-intrusive site investigations, drilling, trial pits, laboratory testing, factual reporting and associated geotechnical services to inform the design and development of the scheme. The works are being delivered through the National Highways Ground Investigation Framework by Tetra Tech Ltd under NEC4 contract arrangements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b64d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056809-2026
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

45111250 - Ground investigation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£405,766 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
14 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6GA
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TETRA TECH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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