--- title: "ESCC-HP-DAW-Construction and Engineering Design Services to provide technical support through the construction stage of the Phase 2B Queensway Gateway Road (QGR) project." ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-5bdb5a45-2e0f-42be-93ab-39e50d8a15d6" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5bdb5a45-2e0f-42be-93ab-39e50d8a15d6" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5bdb5a45-2e0f-42be-93ab-39e50d8a15d6.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5bdb5a45-2e0f-42be-93ab-39e50d8a15d6.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2026-03-10" --- # ESCC-HP-DAW-Construction and Engineering Design Services to provide technical support through the construction stage of the Phase 2B Queensway Gateway Road (QGR) project. Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5bdb5a45-2e0f-42be-93ab-39e50d8a15d6 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5bdb5a45-2e0f-42be-93ab-39e50d8a15d6) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5bdb5a45-2e0f-42be-93ab-39e50d8a15d6.json) ## Summary The recent update in the award status concerns the construction and engineering design services tender for Phase 2B of the Queensway Gateway Road project. Published on 10 March 2026, the contract now includes technical support to address construction delays, with the completion date extended until 31 May 2026 and a revised value of £147,000. East Sussex County Council is the purchasing authority, with a focus on highways consultancy services in the South East of the United Kingdom. The procurement method deployed was a direct single tender action, initiated on 5 September 2024, and suitable for SMEs but not VCSEs. The current phase is completion with significant updates reflected as of this date. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in highways consultancy services, particularly those that can provide engineering design and technical support during construction phases. The procurement, led by East Sussex County Council, positions the successful contractor to be part of a high-profile infrastructure project. Ideal candidates are those with experience in similar large-scale road construction projects, and SMEs stand to benefit most due to suitability factors considered during procurement. The continuity offered by engagement with renowned contractors like Balfour Beatty Living Places enhances collaborative opportunities for consulting firms aiming to expand their market presence in the South East of England. ## Notice Construction and Engineering Design Services to provide technical support through the construction stage of the Phase 2B Queensway Gateway Road (QGR) project. This commission of the construction by Balfour Beatty Living Places (BBLP) started on 5th September 2024 and provides valuable continuity to the wider design team, including National Highways, East Sussex County Council Highways and BBLP as Main Contractor. Update: This contract has now been extended due to construction delays until 31 October 2025/the date the services are complete, with an increased value from PS60,000 to PS83,000. Update: This contract has now been further extended due to construction delays until 28 February 2026/the date the services are complete, with an increased overall contract value of PS135,000 (excluding VAT) Update: This contract has now been further extended due to construction delays until 31 May or the date the Services are complete, with an increased overall contract value of PS147,000 (excluding VAT) ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3cb605aa-5238-4980-aa72-7b14530df0d1 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Direct | | Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 3 Sep 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 26 Nov 2024 | | Contract period | 4 Sep 2024 - 31 May 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £147,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £83,000 | | 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 | EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | LEWES | | Post town | Brighton | | Postcode | BN7 1UE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex | | ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC | | Local authority | Lewes | | Electoral ward | Lewes Priory | | Westminster constituency | Lewes | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | CAMPBELLREITH CONSULTING ENGINEERS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71311210 - Highways consultancy services ## Release History - 10 Mar 2026 at 15:42 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3cb605aa-5238-4980-aa72-7b14530df0d1 - 22 Dec 2025 at 10:09 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3cb605aa-5238-4980-aa72-7b14530df0d1 - 6 Jun 2025 at 13:31 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3cb605aa-5238-4980-aa72-7b14530df0d1 - 6 Jun 2025 at 13:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3cb605aa-5238-4980-aa72-7b14530df0d1 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3cb605aa-5238-4980-aa72-7b14530df0d1 10th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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