---
title: "Hightown Dunes Coastal Defence Reprofiling Scheme"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0569c1"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SEFTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2025-07-31"
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# Hightown Dunes Coastal Defence Reprofiling Scheme

Buyer: SEFTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0569c1

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## Summary

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council is actively inviting tenders for the "Hightown Dunes Coastal Defence Reprofiling Scheme," positioned within the construction industry category. Located in the Hightown area, this project aims to combat erosion and enhance the resilience of the coastal dune system by redistributing sediment. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with an open competition method below the threshold, inviting bids until the 22nd of August, 2025. Key dates include an enquiry period closing on the 18th of August, 2025, and the project is scheduled to commence on the 15th of October, 2025. The total contract value is £100,000 for works to be carried out in the UKD region.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the construction sector, particularly those with expertise in coastal engineering and sediment management. Companies that qualify as SMEs and can deliver high-quality services stand to benefit from this project, as the award criteria prioritise quality (70%) over cost (30%). Participation in this contract can not only stimulate business growth but also provide a platform for future public works collaborations, enhancing a company's reputation in environmental and infrastructure solutions.

## Notice

Sefton Council are one of the partners in the Alt Catchment Natural Flood Management (NFM) project, https://www.merseyrivers.org/index.php/projects/alt-catchment-nfm. As one of the proposed NFM options Sefton Council are proposing a to nourish the foreshore and dunes at Hightown with material from the local sediment system due to an ongoing issue with erosion. Sefton Council is seeking a suitably qualified contractor to deliver the Hightown Dunes Coastal Defence Reprofiling Scheme. The project aims to enhance the resilience of the dune system through sediment redistribution, reducing coastal erosion and flood risk. The works will involve the movement of accumulated sediment from the Alt Channel back into the dune system and on the foreshore, targeted placement of sand and silt to strengthen weak points, and site restoration post works.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044576-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Oct 2025 - 14 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | £100,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SEFTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BOOTLE |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L20 7AE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD73 Sefton |
| Local authority | Sefton |
| Electoral ward | Linacre |
| Westminster constituency | Bootle |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 31 Jul 2025 at 08:35 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044576-2025
- 31 Jul 2025 at 08:30 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044572-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044576-2025
  31st July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044572-2025
  31st July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://sefton.gov.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.merseyrivers.org/index.php/projects/alt-catchment-nfm
- https://www.the-chest.org.uk

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