---
title: "Springfield Gardens Drainage"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066efe"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ALDER HEY"
published: "2026-03-19"
---

# Springfield Gardens Drainage

Buyer: ALDER HEY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066efe

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## Summary

The public procurement process for the "Springfield Gardens Drainage" project was overseen by Alder Hey, a central government public authority in the United Kingdom. The project involves critical drainage works to support infrastructure development on land adjacent to the Trust estate and Springfield Park. This procurement was awarded directly to First Step Group Ltd, a large-scale supplier based in Manchester, on 10 March 2026, with the contract remaining active until 17 August 2026. The procurement method for this contract was "Below threshold - without competition," indicating a direct procurement process. The industry category focuses on ground-drainage work, with a total contract value of £180,000 gross (£150,000 net). The main procurement category is works, emphasising infrastructure development. This contract was signed on 17 March 2026, and it is located in the region UKD7.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in civil engineering and infrastructure development, especially those specialising in drainage or groundwork services. Companies with expertise in ground-drainage work may find growth potential in similar future projects initiated by public authorities like Alder Hey. While the procurement method in this case did not involve competition, familiarity with direct contracts and partnerships with local government bodies could benefit businesses interested in similar endeavours. Proximity to the development site in Frzakerley, United Kingdom, may be advantageous for those looking to establish relations with Alder Hey for possible future procurements. Collaboration with established contractors such as First Step Group Ltd could also foster business expansion and networking within the sector.

## Notice

first Step Group (FSG) is currently developing Springfield Gardens on land adjacent to the Trust estate and Springfield Park. To facilitate essential infrastructure, the Trust has entered into a legal agreement with FSG to complete critical drainage works.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025210-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 17 Mar 2026 - 17 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £150,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ALDER HEY |
| Locality | FRZAKERLEY |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L9 7LJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | Fazakerley West |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Walton |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FIRST STEP GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45111240 - Ground-drainage work

## Release History

- 19 Mar 2026 at 13:59 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025210-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025210-2026
  19th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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