---
title: "Highways surface dressing framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067bfc"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-067bfc.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-02"
---

# Highways surface dressing framework

Buyer: BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067bfc

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## Summary

The Blackburn With Darwen Borough Council is in the planning stage of a procurement process for a Highways Surface Dressing Framework. This opportunity, published on 2 April 2026, seeks the provision of surface dressing works on highways within the UKD41 region in Blackburn, United Kingdom. The procurement follows an open competition method and is classified under public authority - sub-central government. The expected contract period starts from 1 October 2026 and may extend until 30 September 2030, with renewal options available. Framework agreements are included under the legal basis set by UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in highway surface work, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to its suitability criterion. With a total expected value of 4,800,000 GBP, this framework offers a promising market for businesses capable of delivering durable and efficient road dressing solutions. Engaging in such contracts can aid those businesses in expanding their operations, fostering strategic partnerships, and enhancing their portfolio of government work within the infrastructure sector.

## Notice

Framework agreement for the provision of highways dressing work

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030979-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BLACKBURN |
| Post town | Blackburn |
| Postcode | BB1 7DY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD41 Blackburn with Darwen |
| Local authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Electoral ward | Blackburn Central |
| Westminster constituency | Blackburn |
| Delivery location | TLD41 Blackburn with Darwen |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45233210 - Surface work for highways

## Release History

- 2 Apr 2026 at 13:41 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030979-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030979-2026
  2nd April 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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