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title: "M5 Crossing Project - Construction Manager"
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# M5 Crossing Project - Construction Manager

Buyer: STROUD DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f4c4

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## Summary

Stroud District Council is seeking a Construction Manager for the M5 Crossing Project to manage the reinstatement of the Stroudwater Navigation beneath the M5 motorway. The tender, which falls under the "Construction management services" category, is part of the services industry and is being conducted using an open procurement procedure. Interested parties must ensure submission by the deadline of 14th January 2026 at 12:00 PM. The project location is specified as the region UKK13 in the United Kingdom. Enquiries can be made until 19th December 2025, with an award period concluding on 28 January 2026. The contract is set to commence on 12th February 2026 and complete by 31st October 2027. Potential bidders should observe the tender documentation carefully, particularly noting the complex interfaces with a live motorway and watercourse management.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for construction management companies experienced in navigating complex projects involving transport and water infrastructure. The requirement for close collaboration with bodies such as National Highways and the Environment Agency suggests that firms with robust stakeholder engagement capabilities are well-suited for this project. Given the emphasis on quality (55%) and social value (10%) in the award criteria, businesses with a strong track record in delivering high-quality services with positive community impact will be competitive. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are also deemed suitable, which could encourage participation from local businesses poised to leverage their specialised expertise in the construction industry.

## Notice

This tender is for the appointment of a Construction manager under a JCT Construction Management 2024 Contract (as amended) to manage the project for the reinstatement of the Stroudwater Navigation beneath the M5 motorway by utilising the River Frome underpass including co-ordinating the various Trade Contractors and acting as the Principal Contractor under CDM 2015 regulations, all in accordance with all the tender documentation listed on the Schedule 3 - list of numbered documents. The project involves complex interfaces with a live motorway, watercourse management, and significant temporary works including trade packages for sheet piling, cofferdams, porta-dams, and dewatering. Delivery requires close collaboration with multiple statutory bodies including National Highways, the Environment Agency, Stroud District Council, and utilities providers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082446-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 12 Feb 2026 - 31 Oct 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | £200,000 |
| 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 | STROUD DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | STROUD |
| Post town | Gloucester |
| Postcode | GL5 4UB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK73 Gloucestershire CC |
| Local authority | Stroud |
| Electoral ward | Cainscross |
| Westminster constituency | Stroud |
| Delivery location | TLK13 Gloucestershire CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71540000 - Construction management services

## Release History

- 12 Dec 2025 at 12:38 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082446-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082446-2025
  12th December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.stroud.gov.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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