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title: "Highways Structures Programme"
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# Highways Structures Programme

Buyer: CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3f0e3884-dcc6-4a4b-a326-d0654c49e26a

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## Summary

The Highways Structures Programme, procured by Cheshire West and Chester Borough Council, involves a significant investment in civil engineering works across England, United Kingdom. This tender, valued at £21,000,000, follows a direct award procurement method and has completed the award stage with a contract set to commence on 1st June 2026 and conclude on 31st May 2030. The project pertains to comprehensive construction and engineering services, with participation through frameworks and does not specifically target SMEs or VCSE organisations. Critical dates include the award's publication on 23rd April 2026, following its active status since 11th March 2026.

This programme offers substantial opportunities for companies in the civil engineering sector, particularly those experienced in large-scale infrastructure projects. The awarded suppliers include major players such as Amey OW Limited and Balfour Beatty Civil Engineering, alongside large engineering firms like Ramboll UK Limited and Waterman Infrastructure & Environment, illustrating the competitive nature of such tenders amongst well-established businesses. Essency Consulting Limited, although an SME, secured a role, highlighting potential openings for smaller consultancy services specialising in engineering. This tender represents a robust opportunity for businesses equipped to handle complex engineering demands and foster long-term growth through government contracts within the industry.

## Notice

Highways Structures Programme for next four years. All via Frameworks

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2ee4875-0330-438f-bad2-0edf08e61aee |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 May 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £21,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £21,000,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | ELLESMERE PORT |
| Post town | Chester |
| Postcode | CH65 0BE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester |
| Local authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Electoral ward | Central & Grange |
| Westminster constituency | Ellesmere Port and Bromborough |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 5 |
| Supplier names | AMEY OW; BALFOUR BEATTY CIVIL ENGINEERING; ESSENCY CONSULTING; RAMBOLL; WATERMAN INFRASTRUCTURE & ENVIRONMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work
- 71300000 - Engineering services

## Release History

- 23 Apr 2026 at 13:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2ee4875-0330-438f-bad2-0edf08e61aee

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2ee4875-0330-438f-bad2-0edf08e61aee
  23rd April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/

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