Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bda-0d1d-7089-8891-fd33fe3736e2/road-asset-management-small-works-framework pending GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Road Asset Management - Small Works Framework [DfI Transport and Road Asset Management (TRAM)](https://tendernation.io/buyers/dfi-transport-and-road-asset-management-tram) Estimated value Not stated Published 27 Mar 2026 Deadline Rolling deadline ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Below-threshold contract Buyers cannot shortlist bidders on suitability before tenders are in, so everyone gets to submit a bid (except some larger works contracts). [Procurement Act 2023, section 85](https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/section/85) - Sets up a framework Winning a place does not guarantee work: contracts are awarded later as call-offs, and the list usually stays closed for years. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender The Small Works Framework will encompass the breadth of work activities currently delivered through the Small Scale & Responsive Works and Environmental Maintenance contracts across Northern Ireland. The framework will encompass eleven Measured Term Contracts to deliver Small Works across the following Contract Areas: - SWF N1 - Antrim & Newtownabbey - SWF N2 - Mid & East Antrim - SWF N3 - Causeway Coast & Glens - SWF E1 - Belfast City - SWF E2 - Lisburn & Castlereagh - SWF S1 - Newry, Mourne & Down - SWF S2 - Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon - SWF S3 - Ards & North Down - SWF W1 - Mid Ulster - SWF W2 - Fermanagh & Omagh - SWF W3 - Derry City & Strabane Within each Contract Area, the works to be undertaken under contracts from this framework may include the following activities on the public road network: - Temporary and permanent repairs/patching/reinstatements (typically up to 100m2) of openings and defects in carriageways, footways and cycleways. - Delivery of temporary traffic management as part of associated works on a live trafficked public road network. - Cleaning, jetting and inspection of roadside drainage systems. - Maintaining grass in both urban and rural areas. - Edge ploughing, scuffling and moss removal from carriageways, footways and cycleways. - Controlling weed growth. - Construction and surfacing of carriageways, footways and cycleways. - Provision, adjustment and maintenance of drainage systems including culvert grilles. - Provision and adjustment of kerblines. - Earthworks including verge reconstruction and slope stability. - Fencing Construction. - Cut, remove or maintain trees / hedges and associated works\*. - Small network improvement schemes such as traffic calming, traffic management and civils works associated with traffic signal replacements/installations at junctions/crossings. Further ancillary works may be asked of the successful Economic Operator such as: - Provision of compliant Temporary Traffic Management; - Removal of advertising signs; - Cleaning of road signs and marker posts; and - Road marking reinstatement. - DfI is currently exploring the potential inclusion of specific tree surgery activities within the scope of this framework. Read full description ## CPV classification Site preparation work Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work Construction work for pipelines, communication and power lines, for highways, roads, airfields and railways; flatwork Construction, foundation and surface works for highways, roads Installation of road signs Planting and maintenance services of green areas Tree pruning and hedge trimming Gully cleaning and emptying services Weed-clearance services Grounds maintenance services Source Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-06761f-2026-03-27T10:29:40Z [View official notice](https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/ocds-h6vhtk-06761f-2026-03-27T10:29:40Z) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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