---
title: "Diversionary Works - Eastern Portal Saltash Tunnel - National Grid"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069f55"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED"
published: "2026-05-21"
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# Diversionary Works - Eastern Portal Saltash Tunnel - National Grid

Buyer: NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069f55

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Diversionary Works – Eastern Portal Saltash Tunnel - National Grid" project was conducted by National Highways Limited, a public authority within the UK central government. Located in Birmingham, this contract falls under the "Electrical installation work" industry category. The procurement followed a direct procurement method, below the threshold and without competition. The process has reached the completion stage with key dates highlighted, including the contract's start on 22nd May 2026 and its conclusion on 31st July 2026. The award was activated on 21st May 2026, with the contract being signed on 20th May 2026.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses involved in electrical installation works to engage with significant infrastructure projects. It is particularly suited for established firms with the capability to complete works efficiently under direct procurement processes, as demonstrated by the successful bid from National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West) Plc. Engaging with such contracts can foster business growth by enhancing experience and reputation within the central government sector. Companies that specialise in public infrastructure improvements, especially those with a partnership history with government entities, will find this type of tender especially advantageous.

## Notice

Diversionaryworks. Eastern Portal Saltash For the avoidanceof doubtwhere a paymentis made by a partyother than the customer,that party: (a) is not a party to the ConnectionOffer Agreement(COA); (b) has not acquiredany rightsunder the COA byvirtueof makingthe Payment;and (c) cannotenforce any of the rightsof the Customerunderthe COA againstNGED or any memberof the NGED Group

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047149-2026 |
| 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 | 21 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 21 May 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £16,187 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 6GA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NATIONAL GRID ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION (SOUTH WEST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45310000 - Electrical installation work

## Release History

- 21 May 2026 at 13:20 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047149-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047149-2026
  21st May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nationalgrid.co.uk
- https://nationalhighways.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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