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title: "625581 - M42 J6 Bickenhill Structure Scheme - Ground Investigation Works"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b64d"
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published: "2026-06-16"
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# 625581 - M42 J6 Bickenhill Structure Scheme - Ground Investigation Works

Buyer: NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b64d

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "M42 J6 Bickenhill Structure Scheme - Ground Investigation Works" has been completed by National Highways Limited, a central government public authority based in Birmingham, United Kingdom. This tender, under the award and contract stages, was conducted following a direct procurement method, classified below the threshold without competition. The process was finalised with Tetra Tech Limited, a large-scale supplier located in Leeds, for ground investigation work under an NEC4 contract. The contract commenced on 15th June 2026 and is set to end on 31st March 2027, with a contract value of £405,766.77 to £48,692,012 in gross terms. The contract aims to undertake both intrusive and non-intrusive site investigations to support the M42 Junction 6 development at Bickenhill, with the thorough investigations aiding future design and development of the scheme.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in ground investigation and geotechnical services. It is especially suited for companies capable of delivering extensive lab testing, drilling, and factual reporting. By participating in government-led infrastructure projects, such as this one by National Highways Limited, businesses can foster growth through long-term partnerships and exposure to future large-scale public sector contracts. Enterprises possessing large-scale operational capabilities and specialisation in geotechnical or civil engineering services can particularly thrive by competing for such tenders, enhancing their portfolios and gaining access to significant market opportunities.

## Notice

Ground Investigation works for the M42 Junction 6 Bickenhill Structure Scheme. The scope includes intrusive and non-intrusive site investigations, drilling, trial pits, laboratory testing, factual reporting and associated geotechnical services to inform the design and development of the scheme. The works are being delivered through the National Highways Ground Investigation Framework by Tetra Tech Ltd under NEC4 contract arrangements.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056809-2026 |
| 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 | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 14 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £405,766 |

## 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 | TETRA TECH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45111250 - Ground investigation work

## Release History

- 16 Jun 2026 at 15:32 - AwardUpdate - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056809-2026
- 16 Jun 2026 at 15:26 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056801-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056809-2026
  16th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056801-2026
  16th June 2026 - Contract details 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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