---
title: "M5 Crossing Project - Temporary Dams"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067447"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "STROUD DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-25"
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# M5 Crossing Project - Temporary Dams

Buyer: STROUD DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067447

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## Summary

Stroud District Council has initiated a tender process for the M5 Crossing Project, specifically focusing on the construction of temporary dams needed to redirect the River Frome for a new canal channel beneath the M5 motorway. This procurement falls under the "Construction work for water projects" industry category and takes place in the UKK13 region of the United Kingdom. The procurement is in the Tender stage with key dates including an enquiry period ending on 8 April 2026 and a tender period closing on 20 April 2026. The contract is scheduled to start on 30 June 2026 and conclude by 31 October 2027, with provisions for extension due to potential project delays.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in construction and water project development, particularly those able to provide high-quality work with social value at competitive prices. Small and medium enterprises are encouraged to participate, as the procurement method is open competition below the threshold, allowing ample opportunity for diverse business involvement. Interested parties should utilise the procurement portal 'Supplying the South West' for document viewing and submission, ensuring compliance with electronic submission policies. Businesses equipped to deliver innovative and cost-effective solutions in line with the buyer's award criteria, which include quality, social value, and price, stand a strong chance to benefit from this public sector contract.

## Notice

Temporary dams are required for damming the River Frome to enable the construction of a new canal channel in the river under the M5. Please see tender documents for further details

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extension only required if project has a time delay. Will not extend the actual duration of the contract.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027544-2026 |
| 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 | 25 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Jun 2026 - 31 Oct 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| Lots value | £40,000 |
| 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

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45240000 - Construction work for water projects

## Release History

- 25 Mar 2026 at 16:56 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027544-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027544-2026
  25th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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