---
title: "PLACE972H A6 Matlock to Whatstandwell Highway Retaining Wall Maintenance Works (Lots 7&9)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f78e"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-12-17"
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# PLACE972H A6 Matlock to Whatstandwell Highway Retaining Wall Maintenance Works (Lots 7&9)

Buyer: DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f78e

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## Summary

Derbyshire County Council is conducting an open procurement process for highway retaining wall maintenance works on the A6 route from Matlock to Whatstandwell. The tender, designated as PLACE972H and classified under the construction work industry category, involves two separate packages: the construction of a dry-stone buttress and the installation of ground anchors. The procurement, guided by the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract, Option A, is currently at the tender stage with a submission deadline set for 23 January 2026. The maintenance works are set to commence on 27 February 2026 and conclude by 31 March 2026. Located within the UKF1 region, these projects present a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in construction works.

This tender offers an excellent opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to expand their portfolios by engaging in high-value, public sector construction projects. With a contract value of £499,000 excluding VAT, and a focus on technical competency as the award criteria, firms equipped with expertise in structural repairs and possessing the necessary technical qualifications can significantly benefit. Furthermore, Derbyshire County Council's initiative to sustain local infrastructure demonstrates the ongoing demand for construction professionals capable of delivering robust solutions for public works, paving the way for growth and long-term collaboration within the public sector.

## Notice

Derbyshire County Council (DCC) is inviting bids for two separate structural wall repair work packages: one involving the construction of a dry-stone buttress and the other involving the installation of ground anchors. Each works package will be issued under its own contract, in accordance with the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract, Option A (Lump Sum).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083710-2025 |
| 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 | 17 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 27 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £499,000 |
| Lots value | £499,000 |
| 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 | DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MATLOCK |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE4 3AG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF13 South and West Derbyshire |
| Local authority | Derbyshire Dales |
| Electoral ward | Matlock West |
| Westminster constituency | Derbyshire Dales |
| Delivery location | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 17 Dec 2025 at 11:08 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083710-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083710-2025
  17th December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=4862aaba-5bda-f011-813c-005056b64545&fromProjectDashboard=True

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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