---
title: "Diversions of and changes to Openreach infrastructure necessitated by the construction of Phase 2 of the West Bradford Cycle Superhighway scheme"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068d19"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-28"
---

# Diversions of and changes to Openreach infrastructure necessitated by the construction of Phase 2 of the West Bradford Cycle Superhighway scheme

Buyer: CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068d19

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council involves diversions and changes to Openreach infrastructure due to the construction of Phase 2 of the West Bradford Cycle Superhighway scheme. Openreach Limited has been awarded the contract through a direct award method, as only they and their subcontractors possess exclusive rights to carry out such work. This falls under Schedule 5, Paragraph 5 direct award exclusive rights. The procurement stage is complete with the award signed on 20th April 2026, and the contract period beginning on 29th April 2026, with completion expected by 20th April 2028. Located in Bradford, United Kingdom, this project is categorised under construction work for highways and roads.

This tender creates opportunities for businesses in the construction and infrastructure sectors, particularly those capable of subcontracting with Openreach for specialised equipment and services. The contract, valued at £308,384.94 gross, with a potential extension subject to funding and performance, represents significant growth potential for firms able to offer technical expertise and intellectual property related to telecommunications infrastructure. Large-scale enterprises with the capability to adhere to high standards of delivery will find this project well-suited to their operations, offering the potential for two years of sustained work with possibilities for renewal. Additionally, organisations looking to expand their portfolio within Northern England's infrastructure development sector may find valuable engagement opportunities in this project.

## Notice

Diversions of and changes to Openreach infrastructure necessitated by the construction of Phase 2 of the West Bradford Cycle Superhighway scheme. Only Openreach and their subcontractors can undertake work to divert or change their apparatus. This falls under Schedule 5, Paragraph 5 direct award exclusive rights.

### Procurement Information

Only Openreach and their subcontractors can undertake work to divert or change their apparatus. This falls under Schedule 5, Paragraph 5 direct award exclusive rights.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038808-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 28 Apr 2026 - 20 Apr 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £256,987 |
| Contracts value | £256,987 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | BRADFORD |
| Post town | Bradford |
| Postcode | BD1 1HX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE41 Bradford |
| Local authority | Bradford |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Bradford West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OPENREACH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45233100 - Construction work for highways, roads
- 45233130 - Construction work for highways

## Release History

- 28 Apr 2026 at 15:41 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038808-2026
- 28 Apr 2026 at 14:43 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038751-2026
- 28 Apr 2026 at 14:29 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038729-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038808-2026
  28th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038751-2026
  28th April 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038729-2026
  28th April 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://WWW.OPENREACH.CO.UK
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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