--- title: "Testing of Highway Materials" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cc91" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06cc91" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06cc91.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06cc91.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2026-07-16" --- # Testing of Highway Materials Buyer: LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cc91 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06cc91) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06cc91.json) ## Summary Lancashire County Council is planning a procurement process titled "Testing of Highway Materials" within the services industry category, focusing on technical testing services. This procurement will be conducted through an open procedure, aiming to establish a multi-supplier framework for both laboratory and on-site testing of highway materials. The tender is currently in the planning stage, set to progress with tender submissions due by 16th September 2026, followed by an award period ending on 16th October 2026. The framework, which covers the region of UKD4, is divided into four lots with a total estimated value of £1.2 million (gross). The contract is initially for two years with an option to extend for another two years. Interested parties should prepare to submit electronically in English. This tender presents a strategic opportunity for businesses specialising in technical testing services, particularly those capable of providing laboratory and on-site evaluations. SMEs will find this framework particularly accessible due to its suitability criteria. Companies equipped for highway materials testing, both in lab environments and in the field, are well-suited to compete. Additionally, the mini-competition lot offers bespoke testing opportunities that may extend the scope of services offered. With significant scoring weight placed on quality and social value alongside price, businesses that excel in these areas have the potential to secure a long-term partnership with Lancashire County Council. ## Notice A multi-supplier framework will be established for the provision of laboratory testing and on-site testing of highway materials. The framework will be divided into four individual and will include a range of tests that are fundamental to the construction and maintenance of the Authority's highway network. The initial term is for two years, with the option to extend for a further period of two years. The four Lots are: Lot 1: Testing of highway materials in a laboratory (PS50k p.a. / PS200k over 4 years). Lot 2: On-site testing of highway materials = PS70k p.a. / PS280k over 4 years Lot 3: On-site and laboratory testing required for DfT New Roads & Street Works Act related street works = PS70k p.a. / PS280k over 4 years Lot 4: Mini-competitions - for bespoke testing requirements that may or may not be included in Lots 1, 2 and 3 (PS60k p.a. / PS240k over 4 years) ### Lot Information Testing of highway materials in a laboratory Provision of testing of highway materials in a laboratory Renewal: The framework can be extended for a further period of two years. On-site testing of highway materials Provision of on-site testing of highway materials Renewal: The framework can be extended for a further period of two years. On-site and laboratory testing required for DfT New Roads & Street Works Act related street works Provision of on-site and laboratory testing required for DfT New Roads & Street Works Act related street works Renewal: The framework can be extended for a further period of two years. Mini-competitions For bespoke testing requirements that may or may not be included in Lots 1, 2 and 3 Renewal: The framework can be extended for a further period of two years. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067105-2026 | | Notice type | UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 16 Sep 2026 | | Future notice date | 17 Aug 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Nov 2026 - 1 Nov 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,000,000 | | Lots value | £1,000,000 | | 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 | LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | PRESTON | | Post town | Preston | | Postcode | PR1 0LD | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire | | ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire | | Local authority | Preston | | Electoral ward | City Centre | | Westminster constituency | Preston | | Delivery location | TLD4 Lancashire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71632000 - Technical testing services ## Release History - 16 Jul 2026 at 09:38 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067105-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067105-2026 16th July 2026 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/ - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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