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title: "Contract Award Notice - SE_ CDF_ Eastbourne & Pevensey Coastal Defence (Phase 1)- GI"
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# Contract Award Notice - SE_ CDF_ Eastbourne & Pevensey Coastal Defence (Phase 1)- GI

Buyer: ENVIRONMENT AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-66c4cb7e-a0df-4967-9383-b3e59aa4dc5b

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## Summary

The Environment Agency has completed the procurement process for geotechnical ground investigation works as part of the Phase 1 project for the Eastbourne and Pevensey Coastal Defence. This contract, titled "Contract Award Notice - SE_ CDF_ Eastbourne & Pevensey Coastal Defence (Phase 1)- GI", falls under the civil engineering consultancy services category and aims to address coastal flood and erosion risk along a 15km stretch. The contract value is £1,489,112 and was awarded to VolkerStevin Infrastructure Ltd. The procurement method was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement stage was at the award level as of 9th April 2026, with the contract period running from 4th March 2026 to 1st October 2026. The project is located in the South East of the United Kingdom, specifically in Eastbourne and Pevensey Bay.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the civil engineering and construction industries, especially those specialising in geotechnical and coastal engineering services. With its focus on managing coastal flood and erosion risks, it is particularly suitable for medium to large enterprises experienced in undertaking significant infrastructural projects. Firms looking to enhance their portfolio in public infrastructure projects will find this an advantageous opportunity for growth. The involvement of an established buyer like the Environment Agency adds credibility and visibility, potentially leading to further project engagements within the realm of public sector contracts.

## Notice

Geotechnical Ground Investigation (GI) works are proposed as part of the Pevensey Bay to Eastbourne Coastal Management Scheme Phase 1 project (the "Project") to develop a Full Business Case (FBC) for the management of coastal flood and erosion risk along 15km of the Eastbourne and Pevensey Bay coastal frontages.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e59ecee3-4c9b-47bf-9a8e-eeeb20e4d1ca |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 4 Mar 2026 - 1 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,489,112 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,489,112 |
| 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 | ENVIRONMENT AGENCY |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 5AH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Hotwells and Harbourside |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VOLKERSTEVIN INFRASTRUCTURE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71311000 - Civil engineering consultancy services

## Release History

- 9 Apr 2026 at 11:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e59ecee3-4c9b-47bf-9a8e-eeeb20e4d1ca

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e59ecee3-4c9b-47bf-9a8e-eeeb20e4d1ca
  9th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ada648b7-7ed5-4def-a2cc-b87a47c1acc9
  Pevensey GI Fully Executed Contract As A Deed_Redacted

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