Testing of Highway Materials

A Prior Information Notice
by LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

Source
Find a Tender
Type
Framework (Services)
Duration
2 year
Value
£1M
Sector
INDUSTRIAL
Published
16 Jul 2026
Delivery
02 Nov 2026 to 01 Nov 2028
Deadline
16 Sep 2026 11:00

Related Terms

Location

Lancashire:

Geochart for 1 buyers and 0 suppliers

1 buyer

Description

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 (£50k p.a. / £200k over 4 years). Lot 2: On-site testing of highway materials = £70k p.a. / £280k over 4 years Lot 3: On-site and laboratory testing required for DfT New Roads & Street Works Act related street works = £70k p.a. / £280k over 4 years Lot 4: Mini-competitions - for bespoke testing requirements that may or may not be included in Lots 1, 2 and 3 (£60k p.a. / £240k over 4 years)

Lot Division

1 Testing of highway materials in a laboratory
  • Value: £200K

Provision of testing of highway materials in a laboratory
2 On-site testing of highway materials
  • Value: £280K

Provision of on-site testing of highway materials
3 On-site and laboratory testing required for DfT New Roads & Street Works Act related street works
  • Value: £280K

Provision of on-site and laboratory testing required for DfT New Roads & Street Works Act related street works
4 Mini-competitions
  • Value: £240K

For bespoke testing requirements that may or may not be included in Lots 1, 2 and 3

Renewal Options

The framework can be extended for a further period of two years.

Award Criteria

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CPV Codes

  • 71632000 - Technical testing services

Indicators

  • Renewals are available.

Other Information

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Reference

  • ocds-h6vhtk-06cc91
  • FTS 067105-2026

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