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19 Jun 2026 at 13:47

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Whalley Old Road Roundabout" project was managed by Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council, a sub-central government public authority. This project involves the construction of a new, four-arm roundabout in Blackburn to enhance vehicular access between existing and proposed housing developments. As of June 2026, the procurement stage is complete, having concluded with the award of the contract. The process applied a limited procurement method due to it being below the threshold for open competition. Key dates include the contract's commencement on 15th June 2026 and expected completion by 26th February 2027, with the provision of substantial infrastructure enhancements in the UKD41 region.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in construction, especially those focusing on highways and roads. George Cox & Sons Ltd, identified as an SME, was awarded the contract, illustrating opportunities for similar-sized enterprises specialising in public infrastructure works. Such projects can be pivotal for SMEs aiming to bolster their portfolio with government contracts, leading to increased visibility and further business growth within the public sector. Entrepreneurs in the construction industry with capability in managing substantial infrastructure projects will find lucrative prospects in contracts of this nature.

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Notice Title

Whalley Old Road Roundabout

Notice Description

Whalley Old Road Roundabout, Blackburn. The construction of a new, four arm roundabout to the east of the existing bus turning area on Whalley Old Road. The roundabout will provide a vehicular access to the existing Vistry Housing Development to the south and the proposed Blackburn NE Housing development to the North.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b950
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058165-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45233100 - Construction work for highways, roads

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,750,603 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
14 Jun 2026 - 26 Feb 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
BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKBURN
Postcode
BB1 7DY
Post Town
Blackburn
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD41 Blackburn with Darwen
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Blackburn with Darwen
Electoral Ward
Blackburn Central
Westminster Constituency
Blackburn

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GEORGE COX & SONS

Further Information

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