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10/11/2022

Atkins Scoops Highways Deal

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Atkins has been selected by Surrey County Council to develop and lead maintenance and improvement works across its 3,000-mile road network, as part of a major investment programme.

Under the terms of the £40 million+, 5-year Highways and Infrastructure Professional Service contract – which includes option of a further 4 years - Atkins will deliver asset management design for single carriageways, dual carriageways, and local roads, as well as associated infrastructure such as bridges, embankments, street lighting and drainage systems.
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Services being provided by Atkins include:

• Major Project Delivery

• Placemaking and Urban Design

• Highway Improvements and Asset Management

• Multidisciplinary Consultancy to support Major Projects

• Structural and Geotechnical Engineering

• Environmental and Ecological Consultancy

• Drainage and Flooding Assessments and Improvements

• Parking and Traffic Schemes

• Project and Programme Management

Simon Moon, Regional Client Director for Local Transport at Atkins, said: "This is a significant contract and one which will demand an innovative and flexible approach as we look to meet the changing needs of Surrey’s road users while ensuring on time and to-budget project delivery.

"We now look forward to working with Surrey County Council, and their key partners to deliver customer-first and future-focused solutions to support the local transport network, with a shared focus on value for money and long-term social value that benefits the local community."

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