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title: "Road Asset Management - Small Works Framework"
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# Road Asset Management - Small Works Framework

Buyer: DFI TRANSPORT AND ROAD ASSET MANAGEMENT (TRAM)  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06761f

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by DfI Transport and Road Asset Management (TRAM) in Belfast, concerns the 'Road Asset Management - Small Works Framework' across Northern Ireland. With a focus on civil engineering works, the contract encompasses a variety of small-scale and responsive works, demanding activities such as road repairs, drainage maintenance, and environmental management. Presently in the planning stage, this framework aims to establish several Measured Term Contracts across eleven distinct areas, including Antrim, Belfast City, and Derry City. Suppliers are currently invited to participate in a Pre Market Engagement exercise to inform future procurement strategies, with questionnaire submissions due by 17 April 2026. Full contract execution is anticipated to commence in February 2028, with procurement planning extending until at least June 2027.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth within the civil engineering and infrastructure sectors, especially for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) adept at managing environmental maintenance and road works. Companies specialising in site preparation, drainage, traffic management, and grounds maintenance will find scope for expansion through participation in this framework. The comprehensive geographical coverage offers diverse opportunities across Northern Ireland, enabling businesses to leverage regional expertise and resources to compete effectively. Furthermore, the framework agreement promises stability and ongoing work, making it an attractive proposition for firms looking to secure long-term projects.

## Notice

The Small Works Framework will encompass the breadth of work activities currently delivered through the Small Scale & Responsive Works and Environmental Maintenance contracts across Northern Ireland. The framework will encompass eleven Measured Term Contracts to deliver Small Works across the following Contract Areas: A. SWF N1 - Antrim & Newtownabbey B. SWF N2 - Mid & East Antrim C. SWF N3 - Causeway Coast & Glens D. SWF E1 - Belfast City E. SWF E2 - Lisburn & Castlereagh F. SWF S1 - Newry, Mourne & Down G. SWF S2 - Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon H. SWF S3 - Ards & North Down I. SWF W1 - Mid Ulster J. SWF W2 - Fermanagh & Omagh K. SWF W3 - Derry City & Strabane Within each Contract Area, the works to be undertaken under contracts from this framework may include the following activities on the public road network: A. Temporary and permanent repairs/patching/reinstatements (typically up to 100m2) of openings and defects in carriageways, footways and cycleways. B. Delivery of temporary traffic management as part of associated works on a live trafficked public road network. C. Cleaning, jetting and inspection of roadside drainage systems. D. Maintaining grass in both urban and rural areas. E. Edge ploughing, scuffling and moss removal from carriageways, footways and cycleways. F. Controlling weed growth. G. Construction and surfacing of carriageways, footways and cycleways. H. Provision, adjustment and maintenance of drainage systems including culvert grilles. I. Provision and adjustment of kerblines. J. Earthworks including verge reconstruction and slope stability. K. Fencing Construction. L. Cut, remove or maintain trees / hedges and associated works*. M. Small network improvement schemes such as traffic calming, traffic management and civils works associated with traffic signal replacements/installations at junctions/crossings. Further ancillary works may be asked of the successful Economic Operator such as: * Provision of compliant Temporary Traffic Management; * Removal of advertising signs; * Cleaning of road signs and marker posts; and * Road marking reinstatement. * DfI is currently exploring the potential inclusion of specific tree surgery activities within the scope of this framework.

### Planning Information

As part of this Pre Market Engagement (PME) exercise, interested suppliers are invited to complete a short online questionnaire hosted on the Citizen Space platform. The purpose of this questionnaire is to gather early insight from the market to help inform the development of our proposed requirements and future procurement approach.
To participate, please access the PME questionnaire via the following link:
https://consultations2.nidirect.gov.uk/dfi-1/department-for-infrastructure-ni-transport-roa/
Suppliers should provide their responses through the Citizen Space portal no later than 23:59 on Friday 17 April 2026. All responses will be treated confidentially and used solely to support the planning and design of any potential future procurement. Completion of the questionnaire does not constitute a commitment to participate in any subsequent tender process and does not guarantee inclusion in future procurement opportunities.
Any requests for clarification relating to this exercise must be communicated via email to TRAMprocurement@infrastructure-ni.gov.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028358-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Jun 2027 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2028 - 31 Jan 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DFI TRANSPORT AND ROAD ASSET MANAGEMENT (TRAM) |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT7 2JA |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast South and Mid Down |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland, TLN0 Northern Ireland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 45100000 - Site preparation work
- 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work
- 45230000 - Construction work for pipelines, communication and power lines, for highways, roads, airfields and railways; flatwork
- 45233000 - Construction, foundation and surface works for highways, roads
- 45233290 - Installation of road signs
- 77310000 - Planting and maintenance services of green areas
- 77312000 - Weed-clearance services
- 77314000 - Grounds maintenance services
- 77340000 - Tree pruning and hedge trimming
- 90640000 - Gully cleaning and emptying services

## Release History

- 27 Mar 2026 at 10:29 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028358-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028358-2026
  27th March 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk
- https://consultations2.nidirect.gov.uk/dfi-1/department-for-infrastructure-ni-transport-roa/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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