Highways - A8 In-Situ recycling patching works
Wirral Council, the local government authority responsible for public services and highway maintenance on the Wirral, is procuring works for in-situ recycling patching on the A8 highway. The contractor will repair asphalt surfaces without traditional excavation or planing, using a process that recycles existing road material in place and avoids the handling and disposal of tar-bound materials. Key performance expectations include delivering fast, efficient and cost-effective homogeneous repairs with a seamless thermal bond, reducing water ingress and the risk of premature failure, and ensuring the technique is suitable for all asphalt types. The contract value, duration and delivery locations beyond the A8 reference are not specified in the available tender information. No specific certification or formal qualification requirement is stated, although the works concern highway maintenance under CPV 45233100.
Buyer: Wirral Council. Source: Find a Tender. Updated 12 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £875k
- Bids close: 9 Nov 2026
- Location: Wirral
- Procedure: Below threshold - open competition
- Contract period: 1 Dec 2026 to 30 Nov 2029
- Category: Construction work for highways, roads (45233100)
From the official notice
In-Situ recycling patching works is an innovative highway maintenance technique that eliminates the need for traditional excavation and planing. This approach significantly reduces the costs and environmental impacts associated with material disposal and removes the requirement to handle tar-bound materials, which can be a costly and complex process. Unlike conventional repair methods, In-Situ recycling patching technique delivers a homogeneous repair with a seamless thermal bond, preventing water ingress and reducing the risk of premature failure. The process is fast, efficient, cost-effective, and suitable for use on all asphalt types.
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 9 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £875k.
Who can apply?
Any supplier that meets the buyer's requirements can apply. Check the official notice for conditions.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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