---
title: "Works contract for Colchester Depot South A12"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a1ad"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED"
published: "2026-05-22"
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# Works contract for Colchester Depot South A12

Buyer: NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a1ad

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## Summary

The procurement process overseen by National Highways Limited is currently in the planning stage for a works contract titled “Works contract for Colchester Depot South A12.” This project involves the design and construction of a depot on the A12 in Colchester and falls under the building construction work category. It is categorised as a public authority initiative by the central government, located in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The contract, worth £9,000,000, is planned under a selective procurement method, and the contract period is scheduled from 1st April 2027 to 1st April 2029. The procurement is governed under the UK legislative framework 2023/54.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in building construction work, offering a valuable chance to grow their portfolio with a high-profile project. Companies with expertise in design-build projects, particularly those familiar with public infrastructure and capable of meeting the stringent requirements of a selective procurement process, are well-positioned to compete. Participation could not only enhance industry standing but also position businesses favourably for future government contracts in the infrastructure sector.

## Notice

Design and Build contract for Colchester Depot build on the A12

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048042-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Award under framework |
| 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 | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 1 Apr 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £9,000,000 |
| 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 | 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

- 45210000 - Building construction work

## Release History

- 22 May 2026 at 13:55 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048042-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048042-2026
  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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