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title: "ENQ1235 - General Inspections of Highway Retaining Walls"
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# ENQ1235 - General Inspections of Highway Retaining Walls

Buyer: DERBY CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-eec5fc34-e0ef-49ed-96b1-e4579b9d5767

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## Summary

Derby City Council has completed a public procurement process for the project titled "ENQ1235 - General Inspections of Highway Retaining Walls," within the category of Architectural, Construction, Engineering and Inspection Services. This contract involved the inspection and reporting on the condition of 44 highway retaining walls in the United Kingdom, identified through a risk ranking exercise, adhering to DMRB standards. The procurement method utilised was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The award was made to Amey OW Limited on 19th December 2025, with the contract period running from 22nd December 2025 to 31st March 2026, at a contract value of £31,971 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in engineering and inspection services, specifically those with experience in infrastructure and construction. It is most suitable for larger firms given Derby City Council's preference. The structured process and specification to adhere to DMRB standards imply that companies with existing framework agreements may find it conducive to their operations. For businesses focused on public sector contracts, such projects can enhance portfolios and offer sustained growth opportunities through potential future collaborations with local authorities in the UK.

## Notice

Contract is for the inspection and reporting on the condition of 44 highway retaining walls - identified as most need of inspection through a risk ranking exercise. Consultant is to carry out an inspection to DMRB standards - particularly CS 450 and enter an inspection report for each structure on the Council's asset management system.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/18e84b5f-f623-4310-8a64-8484f65357d2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 22 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £31,971 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £31,971 |
| 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 | DERBY CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DERBY |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE1 2FS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby |
| Local authority | Derby |
| Electoral ward | Darley |
| Westminster constituency | Derby South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AMEY OW |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 22 Jan 2026 at 11:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/18e84b5f-f623-4310-8a64-8484f65357d2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/18e84b5f-f623-4310-8a64-8484f65357d2
  22nd January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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