Contract award · 3 Sep 2026

S30135 Impulse Geophysics Surveys

National Highways awarded “Impulse Geophysics Surveys” to SPaTS Atkins and CH2M Joint Venture for £580k on 3 Sep 2026.

Research & developmentWest Midlands

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Competitive procedure with a selection stage: suppliers were shortlisted before being invited to bid.

Key facts

Buyer
National Highways · Body governed by public law
Value
£579,988.78
Procedure
Call-off from a framework agreement
Sector
Research & development · Development consultancy services (CPV 73220000)
Timeline
  1. Contract date3 Sep 2026
  2. Published4 Sep 2026Published 1 day after the contract date

Description

This additional work order is required to deliver an updated, network wide survey of ageing concrete road surfaces across the Strategic Road Network, many of which are now reaching the end of their design life and present increasing risk if not properly understood and managed. The current data used to plan maintenance and renewals is outdated due to network changes and previous works, meaning decisions could otherwise be made on incomplete or inaccurate information. This commission will provide a consistent, up to date picture of road condition using proven survey methods (including radar and visual inspections), enabling informed, evidence based decisions on where repairs or full reconstruction are most urgently needed, helping to prevent asset failure and minimise safety risks to road users. It is also critical that this is delivered as a single coordinated programme using the same methodology as previous surveys to ensure data consistency and avoid inefficiencies, delays, and fragm…

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