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title: "NEPO210 Highways Surfacing Works"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05048c"
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# NEPO210 Highways Surfacing Works

Buyer: THE ASSOCIATION OF NORTH EAST COUNCILS LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05048c

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## Summary

The procurement process involves The Association of North East Councils Limited, located in Gateshead, UK, issuing a tender titled "NEPO210 Highways Surfacing Works" for construction, foundation, and surface works related to highways and roads. Categorised under public authority - sub-central government, the process is in the tender stage as of the latest update on 21st May 2026. This open procurement procedure has been structured into 16 lots covering various specialised highway surfacing services, with the contract period running until 31st October 2033. Suppliers wishing to engage had earlier deadlines for market engagement, and significant amendments have occurred, including changes in suppliers due to company restructuring.

This tender presents diverse business growth opportunities for companies experienced in specialised highway surfacing, including SMEs and large enterprises. The framework, accessible to numerous Contracting Authorities, allows for extensive call-off contracts which promise substantial work volume across the North East and potentially the entire UK. Businesses with capabilities in delivering high-quality surfacing solutions efficiently and economically will find this procurement advantageous. Consistent with NEPO's annual pricing reviews, suppliers can competitively position themselves whilst adhering to predefined maximum rates. The open framework scheme broadens participation, fostering innovation and competitive pricing through direct awards and further competitions.

## Notice

The Association of North East Councils Ltd, trading as the North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO), has established a multi-contractor, multi-lot Framework Agreement for the provision of Highways Surfacing Works. This Framework provides Contracting Authorities with access to a wide range of Suppliers capable of delivering specialised highways surfacing services. The Framework is structured into 16 lots, designed to cover the diverse requirements of Contracting Authorities across the North East and the wider UK. The works covered in the Framework have been split into the following lots: 1 Asphaltic Concrete 2 Grouted Macadam 3 Surface Dressing 5 Hot Applied High Friction Surfacing 6 Cold Applied High Friction Surfacing 7 Slurry Seal of Footways 8 Slurry Seal / Micro Asphalt of Carriageways 9 Carriageway in Full Depth Recycling 10 Carriageway Re-tread 11 Captive Shot Blasting - Mechanical Retexturing 12 Hydro blasting - Surface Retexturing 13 Patching 14 Alternative Patching Methods: Hot Applied 15 Alternative Patching Methods: Cold Applied 16 Road Markings 17 Surface Preservation: Penetrative The scope of works includes, but is not limited to: Supply and delivery of Highways Surfacing Works. Execution of works to the required specifications and standards. Delivery across various locations, in line with the needs of individual Contracting Authorities. Suppliers appointed to the Framework are required to deliver services in a reliable, cost-effective and compliant manner, ensuring high standards of safety and quality. The Framework is open for use by all Contracting Authorities nationally, enabling them to procure highways surfacing services efficiently and effectively to meet the needs of their service users. The value for each lot is determined by dividing the total framework value by the number of lots. Whilst individual lots may exceed their calculated value, the total will not surpass the overall framework value. This UK7 notice covers the following UK6 notices 2025/S 000-068170, 2025/S 000-068304, 2025/S 000-063545, 2025/S 000-063525. These UK6 notices had to be duplicated due to system issues.

### Lot Information

Asphaltic Concrete

Asphaltic Concrete and Asphaltic materials must be supplied in accordance with and comply with National and European Standards, shall be transported and laid in accordance with the requirements of BS 594987:2024.

Grouted Macadam

Grouted Macadam must be supplied following the process specification of The Manual Of Contract Documents for Highway Works. Volume 1: Specification for Highway Works, Series 900 with accompanying Notes for Guidance (MCHW 2) in NG900, sets out the requirements for these materials. The following standards must be followed: BS EN 13108 Family of standards for Bituminous mixes, PD 6691 - Guidance on the use of BS EN 13108 Bituminous mixtures. Design Manual for Roads and Bridges - Volume 7. Highway Authorities Product Approval Scheme (HAPAS).

Surface Dressing

Surface dressing mut be supplied following the process specification of The Manual Of Contract Documents for Highway Works. Volume 1: Specification for Highway Works, Series 900 with accompanying Notes for Guidance (MCHW 2) in NG900, sets out the requirements for these materials. The following standards must be followed: BS EN 13108 Family of standards for Bituminous mixes, PD 6691 - Guidance on the use of BS EN 13108 Bituminous mixtures. Design Manual for Roads and Bridges - Volume 7.

Glass Fibre Reinforced Surface Dressing

Glass Fibre Reinforced Surface Dressing mut be supplied following the process specification of The Manual Of Contract Documents for Highway Works. Volume 1: Specification for Highway Works, Series 900 with accompanying Notes for Guidance (MCHW 2) in NG900, sets out the requirements for these materials. The following standards must be followed: BS EN 13108 Family of standards for Bituminous mixes, PD 6691 - Guidance on the use of BS EN 13108 Bituminous mixtures. Design Manual for Roads and Bridges - Volume 7.

Hot Applied High Friction Surfacing

Hot Applied High Friction Surfacing must be supplied following the process specification of The Manual Of Contract Documents for Highway Works. Volume 1:Specification for Highway Works, Series 900 with accompanying Notes for Guidance (MCHW 2) in NG900, sets out the requirements for these materials. The following standards must be followed: BS EN 13108 Family of standards for Bituminous mixes, PD 6691 - Guidance on the use of BS EN 13108 Bituminous mixtures. Design Manual for Roads and Bridges - Volume 7.

Cold Applied High Friction Surfacing

Cold Applied High Friction Surfacing must be supplied following the process specification: The Manual Of Contract Documents for Highway Works. Volume 1: Specification for Highway Works, Series 900 with accompanying Notes for Guidance (MCHW 2) in NG900, sets out the requirements for these materials. The following standards must be followed: BS EN 13108 Family of standards for Bituminous mixes, PD 6691 - Guidance on the use of BS EN 13108 Bituminous mixtures. Design Manual for Roads and Bridges - Volume 7. Highway Authorities Product Approval Scheme (HAPAS).

Slurry Seal of Footways

Slurry Seal of Footways mut be supplied following the process specification of The Manual Of Contract Documents for Highway Works. Volume 1: Specification for Highway Works, Series 900 with accompanying Notes for Guidance (MCHW 2) in NG900, sets out the requirements for these materials. The following standards must be followed: BS EN 13108 Family of standards for Bituminous mixes, PD 6691 - Guidance on the use of BS EN 13108 Bituminous mixtures. Design Manual for Roads and Bridges - Volume 7.

Slurry Seal / Micro Asphalt of Carriageways

Slurry Seal/ Micro Asphalt of Carriageways must be supplied following the process specification of The Manual Of Contract Documents for Highway Works. Volume 1:Specification for Highway Works, Series 900 with accompanying Notes for Guidance (MCHW 2) in NG900, sets out the requirements for these materials. The following standards must be followed: BS EN 13108 Family of standards for Bituminous mixes, PD 6691 - Guidance on the use of BS EN 13108 Bituminous mixtures. Design Manual for Roads and Bridges - Volume 7.

Carriageway in Full Depth Recycling

Carriageway in Full Depth Recycling must be supplied following the process specification of The Manual Of Contract Documents for Highway Works. Volume 1: Specification for Highway Works, Series 900 with accompanying Notes for Guidance (MCHW 2) in NG900, sets out the requirements for these materials. The following standards must be followed: BS EN 13108 Family of standards for Bituminous mixes, PD 6691 - Guidance on the use of BS EN 13108 Bituminous mixtures. Design Manual for Roads and Bridges - Volume 7.

Carriageway Re-tread

Carrigeway re-tread must be supplied following the process specification of The Manual Of Contract Documents for Highway Works. Volume 1:Specification for Highway Works, Series 900 with accompanying Notes for Guidance (MCHW 2) in NG900, sets out the requirements for these materials. The following standards must be followed: BS EN 13108 Family of standards for Bituminous mixes, PD 6691 - Guidance on the use of BS EN 13108 Bituminous mixtures. Design Manual for Roads and Bridges - Volume 7.

Captive Shot Blasting - Mechanical Retexturing

Captive Shot Blasting - Mechanical Retexturing must be supplied following the process specification: The Manual Of Contract Documents for Highway Works. Volume 1: Specification for Highway Works, Series 900 with accompanying Notes for Guidance (MCHW 2) in NG900, sets out the requirements for these materials. The following standards must be followed: BS EN 13108 Family of standards for Bituminous mixes, PD 6691 - Guidance on the use of BS EN 13108 Bituminous mixtures. Design Manual for Roads and Bridges - Volume 7.

Hydro blasting - Surface Retexturing

Hydro blasting - Surface Retexturing must be supplied following the process specification: The Manual Of Contract Documents for Highway Works. Volume 1: Specification for Highway Works, Series 900 with accompanying Notes for Guidance (MCHW 2) in NG900, sets out the requirements for these materials. The following standards must be followed: BS EN 13108 Family of standards for Bituminous mixes, PD 6691 - Guidance on the use of BS EN 13108 Bituminous mixtures. Design Manual for Roads and Bridges - Volume 7.

Patching

Patching must be supplied following the process specification of The Manual Of Contract Documents for Highway Works. Volume 1: Specification for Highway Works, Series 900 with accompanying Notes for Guidance (MCHW 2) in NG900, sets out the requirements for these materials. The following standards must be followed: BS EN 13108 Family of standards for Bituminous mixes, PD 6691 - Guidance on the use of BS EN 13108 Bituminous mixtures. Design Manual for Roads and Bridges - Volume 7. Highway Authorities Product Approval Scheme (HAPAS).

Alternative Patching Methods: Hot Applied

Alternative Patching Methods: Hot Applied must be supplied following the process specification The Manual Of Contract Documents for Highway Works. Volume 1: Specification for Highway Works, Series 900 with accompanying Notes for Guidance (MCHW 2) in NG900, sets out the requirements for these materials. The following standards must be followed: BS EN 13108 Family of standards for Bituminous mixes, PD 6691 - Guidance on the use of BS EN 13108 Bituminous mixtures. Design Manual for Roads and Bridges - Volume 7. Highway Authorities Product Approval Scheme (HAPAS).

Alternative Patching Methods: Cold Applied

Alternative Patching Methods: Cold Applied must be supplied following the process specification of The Manual Of Contract Documents for Highway Works. Volume 1: Specification for Highway Works, Series 900 with accompanying Notes for Guidance (MCHW 2) in NG900, sets out the requirements for these materials. The following standards must be followed: BS EN 13108 Family of standards for Bituminous mixes, PD 6691 - Guidance on the use of BS EN 13108 Bituminous mixtures. Design Manual for Roads and Bridges - Volume 7. Highway Authorities Product Approval Scheme (HAPAS).

Road Markings

Road Markings must be supplied following the process specification of The Manual Of Contract Documents for Highway Works. Volume 1: Specification for Highway Works, Series 1200 with accompanying Notes for Guidance (MCHW 2) in NG1200, sets out the requirements for these materials. The following standards must be followed: Design Manual for Roads and Bridges - Volume 8 Section 2. BS EN 1436:2018, which specifies performance requirements for road markings. BS EN 1790:2013 Road marking materials. Pre-formed road markings. BS EN 1824:2020, which outlines requirements for conducting road trials of marking materials. BS EN 1871:2020 - covers physical properties of road marking materials.

Surface Preservation: Penetrative

Surface Preservation: Penetrative must be supplied following the process specification of The Manual Of Contract Documents for Highway Works. Volume 1: Specification for Highway Works, Series 900 with accompanying Notes for Guidance (MCHW 2) in NG900, sets out the requirements for these materials. The following standards must be followed: BS EN 13108 Family of standards for Bituminous mixes, PD 6691 - Guidance on the use of BS EN 13108 Bituminous mixtures. Design Manual for Roads and Bridges - Volume 7. Highway Authorities Product Approval Scheme (HAPAS).

Surface Preservation: Non Penetrative

Surface Preservation: Non Penetrative must be supplied following the process specification The Manual Of Contract Documents for Highway Works. Volume 1: Specification for Highway Works, Series 900 with accompanying Notes for Guidance (MCHW 2) in NG900, sets out the requirements for these materials. The following standards must be followed: BS EN 13108 Family of standards for Bituminous mixes, PD 6691 - Guidance on the use of BS EN 13108 Bituminous mixtures. Design Manual for Roads and Bridges - Volume 7. Highway Authorities Product Approval Scheme (HAPAS).

### Planning Information

NEPO intend to publish a preliminary market engagement questionnaire via Open e-Tendering system (www.open-uk.org). The questionnaire responses will help NEPO design the framework by providing the level of market interest and provide insight from suppliers on the shaping of the future provision.
The questionnaire will be made accessible via the Open e-Tendering system on 17 April 2025 with a submission deadline of 16:00 on 7 May 2025.
Suppliers wishing to access and complete the questionnaire must first register on the e-Tendering system using the following link https://www.open-uk.org For guidance on how to create an account or submit your questionnaire response through Open, please visit https://www.open-hub.org/training to access the available Training Guides. If you need technical assistance from the Open Support team, this can be requested via open.support@nepo.org. PLEASE NOTE: Open is accessible 24/7 however, technical support is available Monday to Thursday 08:30 - 17:00 and Friday 08:30 - 16:30.
NEPO also intend to hold a meeting via Microsoft Teams on 6 May 2025 between 10:30 - 11:30 am. A presentation will be given and there will be an opportunity to ask questions in the session.
Suppliers must submit their questionnaire via Open before 16:00 on 2 May 2025, to confirm their attendance at the meeting on 6 May.
Attendance at the Microsoft Teams meeting is optional and does not provide suppliers with an advantage in any future related procurement. Presentations and Q&A from the session will be published as part of the procurement process.
Attendance also does not constitute as an intention to tender for any future related procurement.
Please note the above information may be subject to change.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047288-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | 26 Jun 2025 |
| Award date | 7 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2033 |
| Recurrence | 2028-05-01 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000,000 |
| Lots value | £599,999,994 |
| Awards value | £3,333,333 |
| Contracts value | £3,666,666 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active, Pending |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE ASSOCIATION OF NORTH EAST COUNCILS LIMITED |
| Locality | GATESHEAD |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE8 3DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Gateshead |
| Electoral ward | Bridges |
| Westminster constituency | Gateshead Central and Whickham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 19 |
| Supplier names | APPLEBRIDGE CONSTRUCTION; COLAS; DSD CONSTRUCTION; EUROVIA INFRASTRUCTURE; HANSON QUARRY PRODUCTS EUROPE; HILLHOUSE QUARRY GROUP; HOLCIM; JACK COUPE & SONS; JMS LINCOLN; JOINTLINE; KIELY BROS.; LANE RENTAL SERVICES; MILES MACADAM; NORTH EAST SITE SERVICES; PREMIER ROADMARKINGS; RAINTON CONSTRUCTION; TARMAC TRADING; VELOCITY; WJ NORTH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45233000 - Construction, foundation and surface works for highways, roads

## Release History

- 21 May 2026 at 14:48 - ContractAmendment - UK10 - Contract Change Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047288-2026
- 19 May 2026 at 09:46 - AwardUpdate - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045657-2026
- 6 Jan 2026 at 17:46 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000848-2026
- 24 Oct 2025 at 11:21 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068170-2025
- 24 Oct 2025 at 08:31 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068034-2025
- 9 Oct 2025 at 08:35 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063545-2025
- 9 Oct 2025 at 08:07 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063525-2025
- 22 Jul 2025 at 06:42 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041807-2025
- 27 Jun 2025 at 11:14 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035747-2025
- 23 Apr 2025 at 09:28 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016418-2025
- 17 Apr 2025 at 09:19 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015783-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047288-2026
  21st May 2026 - Contract change notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045657-2026
  19th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000848-2026
  6th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068170-2025
  24th October 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068034-2025
  24th October 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063545-2025
  9th October 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063525-2025
  9th October 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041807-2025
  22nd July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035747-2025
  27th June 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016418-2025
  23rd April 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015783-2025
  17th April 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.open-uk.org/
  All Procurement Documents can be accessed on NEPO's eTendering platform, Open. If not already registered, suppliers should register on the NEPO https://www.open-uk.org/. Full details on the procurement process can be found in the Procurement Documents.

## Notice URLs

- http://holcim.co.uk/
- http://velocityroads.co.uk/
- http://www.applebridge.com
- http://www.colas.co.uk
- http://www.dsdconstruction.com
- http://www.eurovia.co.uk
- http://www.heidelbergmaterials.co.uk
- http://www.jointline.co.uk
- http://www.kielybros.co.uk
- http://www.lanerental.co.uk
- http://www.mglgroup.co.uk
- http://www.milesmacadam.co.uk
- http://www.nepo.org
- http://www.nepo.org/associate-membership/permissible-users
- http://www.northeastsiteservices.co.uk
- http://www.premier-roadmarkings.co.uk
- http://www.wj.uk
- https://dsdconstruction.com/
- https://hillhousequarrygroup.co.uk/
- https://jms.uk/
- https://www.jackcoupeandsonsltd.co.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.nepo.org/associate-members
- https://www.open-hub.org/training
- https://www.open-uk.org
- https://www.tarmac.com/

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