DfI TRAM Road Asset Management – Structures Framework

DfI Transport and Road Asset Management (TRAM)

Published: Jun 18, 2026

Updated: Jun 23, 2026

Source: uk_fts

About This Opportunity

This is a works contract in the architecture and engineering, construction and civil works and transport and logistics sectors. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 57.0 million. Proposals must be submitted before June 29, 2026.

Published through UK FTS - Find a Tender Service, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for civil works in the architecture and engineering sector. Works contracts of this nature generally require demonstrated experience in similar infrastructure projects, adequate equipment and technical personnel, and financial capacity including bank guarantees. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

This tender notice is for the award of a public contract through an open procedure in accordance with section 20(1) and (2)(a) of the PA 2023. RAM Structures Framework will include the following work activities: A. Full or partial demolition of structures; B. Construction of new structures; C. Scour protection and maintenance works; D. Earthworks; E. Culvert upgrades/maintenance including lining and invert repair works; F. General bridge/structures maintenance; G. Working in water; H. Brickwork, blockwork and stonework; I. Structural concrete construction and/or repairs; J. Installation of precast beams or box culverts; K. Structural steelwork including repairs; L. Inspection assistance M. Works on or in the vicinity of the Northern Ireland Railways (NIR) network requiring £100,000,000 public liability insurance; N. TTM on a live trafficked public road network; O. Associated road restraint systems installation and/or repair (including RRS associated with structures works); P. Associated Ancillary Works. Further ancillary works may be asked of the successful Supplier such as: • Surface reinstatement; • Site clearance including vegetation removal; • Pressure grouting; • Sprayed concrete; • Bridge expansion joints; • Structural steel painting; • Temporary works in and/or around water and/or railways; • Waterproofing for structures The Framework will comprise of three area Lots (Work Orders valued up to £750k exc VAT). A Project Lot will be used to deliver individual NEC ECC projects covering all the geographical areas detailed below (valued between £750,001 and £5m exc VAT). Area Lots; - STF W1 – Derry and Strabane; Fermanagh & Omagh; Mid-Ulster. - STF E&S1 - Belfast; Lisburn and Castlereagh; Ards and North Down; Newry Mourne, Down and Armagh; Banbridge and Craigavon. - STF N1 - Antrim and Newtownabbey; Causeway Coast and Glens; Mid and East Antrim This Framework will deliver works from Call-Off contracts with an overall cumulative value of £57m (ex VAT) over the four-year term. If the Contracting Authority is unable, for any reason, to award a new framework or to put in place an alternative regime to replace this Framework on its termination or expiry, any Call-Off Contract established under the Framework may be extended for a further period or periods up to a maximum of 12 additional months. This may increase the overall cumulative value to £71.25m (ex VAT). Lot for NEC4 Call-Off Contracts awarded following a mini-competition process for Work Packages valued over £750,001 up to £5m covering all Framework contract areas. Measured Term Contract for Structures works within the Derry and Strabane; Fermanagh & Omagh; Mid-Ulster contract area (Works Orders valued up to £750k). The proposed contract relates to works with a cumulative value of £15.4m (ex VAT) over a four year term. If the Contracting Authority is unable, for any reason, to award a new framework or to put in place an alternative regime to replace this Framework on its termination or expiry, any Call-Off Contract established under this Framework may be extended for a further period or periods up to a maximum of 12 additional months. This may increase the value to £19.2m (ex VAT). ICC Measured Term Contract for structures works within the Belfast; Lisburn and Castlereagh; Ards and North Down, Newry Mourne and Down and Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon contract area (Works Orders valued up to £750k). The proposed contract relates to works with a cumulative value of £15.2m (ex VAT) over a four year term. If the Contracting Authority is unable, for any reason, to award a new framework or to put in place an alternative regime to replace this Framework on its termination or expiry, any Call-Off Contract established under this Framework may be extended for a further period or periods up to a maximum of 12 additional months. This may increase the value to £19m (ex VAT). ICC Measured Term Contract for structures works within the Antrim and Newtownabbey; Causeway Coast and Glens; Mid and East Antrim contract area (Works Orders valued up to £750k). The proposed contract relates to works with a cumulative value of £14.4m (ex VAT) over a four year term. If the Contracting Authority is unable, for any reason, to award a new framework or to put in place an alternative regime to replace this Framework on its termination or expiry, any Call-Off Contract established under this Framework may be extended for a further period or periods up to a maximum of 12 additional months. This may increase the value to £18m (ex VAT).

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and was originally published on June 18, 2026. Last refreshed 1 day ago. Reference: 057733-2026. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About DfI Transport and Road Asset Management (TRAM)

DfI Transport and Road Asset Management (TRAM) has issued 28 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 5 currently open and 13 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Construction & Civil Works, Governance & Public Administration, and Transport & Logistics. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK FTS - Find a Tender Service. Most recent publication: June 18, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is £57,000,000 - £57,000,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UK FTS - Find a Tender Service to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference 057733-2026 when communicating with the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is June 29, 2026. You have 5 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by DfI Transport and Road Asset Management (TRAM) in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Works contract in the Architecture & Engineering Services sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.