---
title: "UK1 - Pipeline Notice - M42 / A45 Free Flow Link & East Way Bridge"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a0b8"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED"
published: "2026-05-22"
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# UK1 - Pipeline Notice - M42 / A45 Free Flow Link & East Way Bridge

Buyer: NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a0b8

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## Summary

National Highways Limited is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the "UK1 - Pipeline Notice - M42 / A45 Free Flow Link & East Way Bridge" project. This initiative involves significant highway construction work in Birmingham, United Kingdom, categorised under the construction industry for highways and roads. A critical planning document was published on 22nd May 2026. The project aims to tackle structural issues and includes the replacement of the East Way Bridge and the introduction of the North West Free Flow Link. The procurement plans to enter the tender stage with a future notice date expected by 4th June 2027, and construction is set to start on 29th September 2028. The process is rooted in UK legislation 2023/54 and utilises a design and build procurement method.

This tender presents an opportunity for firms specialising in highway and road construction, particularly those with experience in structural enhancements and technology works. Businesses positioned to offer design and build solutions would find this procurement beneficial for growth due to the extensive scope and duration, as the contract period extends until September 2038. Organisations with capabilities in large-scale projects and those looking to establish or enhance their portfolio in infrastructural works across the UK can leverage this opportunity for substantial business development. The project not only promises significant value through government collaboration but also the potential for long-term engagement for successfully delivering the required infrastructure improvements.

## Notice

National Highways are looking to procure a design and build partner to deliver the M42 / A45 Free Flow Link & East Way Bridge scheme. This scheme will address structural issues, keep the Eastway bridge safe and ensure reliable access to the NEC and surrounding area. As a hybrid scheme, this project will deliver a joint strategy of significant renewal and enhancement works. The scope encompasses the replacement of the East Way Bridge (EWB) to address structural issues, the construction of the North West Free Flow Link (FFL), and the delivery of technology works.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047696-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 4 Jun 2027 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Sep 2028 - 28 Sep 2038 |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45233100 - Construction work for highways, roads

## Release History

- 22 May 2026 at 10:31 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047696-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047696-2026
  22nd May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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