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title: "Highways Improvements - Active Travel Route 3 - Elton Head Rd"
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# Highways Improvements - Active Travel Route 3 - Elton Head Rd

Buyer: ST.HELENS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d032739d-82df-4613-ac6c-8abab440c723

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## Summary

St. Helens Council has successfully completed the procurement process for the highways improvement project titled "Highways Improvements - Active Travel Route 3 - Elton Head Rd". This project falls under the construction work category, specifically focusing on highways and roads. The initiative is set to enhance the roadway infrastructure in England, United Kingdom. The tender process concluded on 17th January 2024, and the contract award was announced on 18th January 2024. The contract period is scheduled to start on 30th October 2024 and conclude on 7th August 2025. The procurement method used was a framework agreement, procured via The Stockport Highways Framework (LOT 7 - George Cox & Sons). The process involved a financial commitment of £1,575,254.59.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for construction firms, particularly those with specialisation in highways and roadworks. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), like the awarded supplier George Cox and Sons Ltd, are well-suited to undertake such infrastructure projects due to their agility and expertise in niche markets. Businesses looking to expand their presence in the public sector within the construction industry have a valuable precedent in leveraging such frameworks for future opportunities. This kind of project not only bolsters business portfolios but also contributes to enhancing local transport infrastructure, promising long-term growth and sustainability for the region.

## Notice

Various Highway Improvements schemes, procured via The Stockport Highways Framework (LOT 7 - George Cox & Sons)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8085ef9d-7d52-4a28-ba85-53fcf71878fb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Jan 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Oct 2024 - 7 Aug 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,575,254 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,575,254 |
| 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 | ST.HELENS COUNCIL |
| Locality | SALE |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M33 7ZF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Trafford |
| Electoral ward | Sale Central |
| Westminster constituency | Wythenshawe and Sale East |
| 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 | 1 |
| Supplier names | GEORGE COX AND SONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45233100 - Construction work for highways, roads

## Release History

- 30 Jun 2025 at 14:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8085ef9d-7d52-4a28-ba85-53fcf71878fb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8085ef9d-7d52-4a28-ba85-53fcf71878fb
  30th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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