--- title: "HE0915 M4 Junction 17 Improvement Works" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-056511" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-056511" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-056511.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-056511.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "WILTSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2026-03-26" --- # HE0915 M4 Junction 17 Improvement Works Buyer: WILTSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-056511 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-056511) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-056511.json) ## Summary Wiltshire Council is advancing its procurement process for the M4 Junction 17 Improvement Works, with the contract valued at £27 million, including VAT. The procurement employs an open procedure method, focused on works in the construction sector, specifically motorway improvement activities. Located in UKK15 in Trowbridge, the project is scheduled under the award phase with key milestones from March 2026 to April 2028. The successful contractor will need proficiency in working on the National Highways network, handling complex infrastructure improvements within stipulated phases such as Early Contractor Involvement starting Spring 2026, followed by construction in 2027. This tender offers remarkable opportunities for large-scale companies experienced in highway infrastructure developments and capable of working on the National Highways network. Businesses specialising in motorway construction, traffic signal installations, and carriageway widening will find competitive growth avenues through involvement in this sizeable project. Companies such as MJ Church (Plant) Limited, Alun Griffiths (Contractors) Limited, and Octavius Infrastructure Ltd, which have already shown interest, exemplify enterprises suited to leverage their scale and expertise in such substantial improvement endeavours. This contract promises robust economic activity and partnerships in the construction domain, making it attractive for seasoned contractors aiming to enhance their business footprint in the infrastructure sector. ## Notice Wiltshire Council are procuring a contract for the delivery of the M4 Junction 17 improvement works, with a view to awarding the contract in early spring 2026. Scope of Works The proposed scheme includes: * Installation of traffic signals on all roundabout approaches * Carriageway widening throughout the junction * Increasing the number of traffic lanes across the motorway bridges from two to three * Widening of the circulatory carriageway The successful contractor must be capable of working on the National Highways network and experienced in delivering complex highway infrastructure improvements. Delivery Phases (estimated) The contract will be delivered in two phases: * Phase 1 - Early Contractor Involvement (ECI): Spring 2026 - Autumn 2026 * Phase 2 - Construction: 2027 (subject to approval of the Full Business Case by the Department for Transport) Estimated Value * PS27 million (including VAT) ### Planning Information Wiltshire Council – M4 Junction 17 Improvement Works Market Engagement Event Invitation Wiltshire Council is hosting a market engagement event ahead of procuring a contract for the delivery of the M4 Junction 17 improvement works, with a view to awarding the contract in early spring 2026. Scope of Works The proposed scheme includes: • Installation of traffic signals on all roundabout approaches • Carriageway widening throughout the junction • Increasing the number of traffic lanes across the motorway bridges from two to three • Widening of the circulatory carriageway The successful contractor must be capable of working on the National Highways network and experienced in delivering complex highway infrastructure improvements. Delivery Phases (estimated) The contract will be delivered in two phases: • Phase 1 – Early Contractor Involvement (ECI): Spring 2026 – Autumn 2026 • Phase 2 – Construction: 2027 (subject to approval of the Full Business Case by the Department for Transport) Estimated Value • £24 million (including VAT) Market Engagement Event Details This online engagement session will provide an overview of the project, procurement route, and key requirements for interested contractors. • Date: Tuesday 12th August 2025 • Time: 10:00am – 11:00am • Location: Microsoft Teams (link provided upon registration) To register your interest and receive the joining link, please contact: jack.francis@wiltshire.gov.uk Further Information For additional background about the project please visit: Junction 17 - M4 - Wiltshire Council ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028069-2026 | | Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Planning, Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 26 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 9 Jan 2026 | | Future notice date | 18 Sep 2025 | | Award date | 26 Mar 2026 | | Contract period | 26 Apr 2026 - 27 Apr 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £21,600,000 | | Lots value | £21,600,000 | | Awards value | £21,600,000 | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Pending | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | WILTSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | TROWBRIDGE | | Post town | Bath | | Postcode | BA14 8JN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire | | Local authority | Wiltshire | | Electoral ward | Trowbridge Central | | Westminster constituency | South West Wiltshire | | Delivery location | TLK15 Wiltshire | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | M J CHURCH (PLANT | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45233100 - Construction work for highways, roads - 45233110 - Motorway construction works ## Release History - 26 Mar 2026 at 15:30 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028069-2026 - 2 Dec 2025 at 16:03 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079049-2025 - 24 Nov 2025 at 10:09 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076322-2025 - 10 Oct 2025 at 14:29 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064264-2025 - 10 Oct 2025 at 08:39 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064010-2025 - 24 Jul 2025 at 08:39 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042588-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028069-2026 26th March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - 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