Scope
Description
Blackburn with Darwen Council ("The Council") invite contractors to submit proposals and prices / rates for the establishment of a "highways minor works framework" as part of its highway maintenance function that includes providing labour, transport, plant with operative, plant only and equipment. Materials are expected to be provided by the Council except when it is more cost effective for the contractor to obtain them.
Total value (estimated)
- £3,600,000 excluding VAT
- £4,320,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 March 2026 to 29 February 2028
- Possible extension to 28 February 2029
- 3 years
Description of possible extension:
2 x 12 month extension options.
Main procurement category
Works
CPV classifications
- 45233139 - Highway maintenance work
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
21 November 2025, 5:00pm
Tender submission deadline
1 December 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Price | 45.00% |
| Quality | Quality | 40.00% |
| Social Value | Quality | 15.00% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PYGR-1856-CVXM
Floor 1, The Town Hall, King William Street
Blackburn
BB1 7DY
United Kingdom
Region: UKD41 - Blackburn with Darwen
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government