Blackpool Borough Council has started preliminary market engagement for a Highways Works Framework valued at £11m.
The framework is expected to be split into eight lots:
- Lot 1 - Minor reactive works
- Lot 2 - Event traffic management
- Lot 3 - Drainage services
- Lot 4 - Green infrastructure
- Lot 5 - Highways electrical
- Lot 6 - Road markings
- Lot 7 - Tram track repairs
- Lot 8 - Innovation in highways maintenance
It is expected to have an initial run of three years from 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2029, with a possible extension to 31 March 2031.
The council highlighted in the public notice that 'a response is not mandatory and participation, or non-participation, in this engagement will not affect eligibility to participate in any subsequent procurement'.
'This engagement does not constitute a call for competition and does not commit the Council or any supplier to a particular approach. Please answer only those questions that are relevant to your organisation,' it said.
Those wishing to take part in the market engagement should submit the engagement document to the council by 6 November.
Full details of the framework and how to give feedback can be found here.
