GRAHAM Construction and AECOM have been appointed to deliver stage two of the £332 million Didcot and surrounding area major infrastructure (HIF1) scheme.
GRAHAM will lead on the design of the Clifton Hampden Bypass and Didcot to Culham River Crossing.
The scheme aims to address traffic congestion, improve journey times, and enhance connectivity between Didcot and surrounding areas, whilst supporting the creation of new jobs and economic growth in the Science Vale region.
Detailed design is currently underway, with construction expected to start in early 2026.
The procurement of GRAHAM for the Design and Construct projects has been facilitated through Crown Commercial Service’s Construction Works and Associated Services framework.
AECOM has also been selected to deliver stage two of the Didcot and surrounding areas major infrastructure (HIF1) scheme.
Segregated two-way pedestrian and cycle facilities will feature along the entire route.
Andrew Henry, GRAHAM contracts director said: “GRAHAM has been working closely with Oxfordshire County Council and key stakeholders since April 2023 through Early Contractor Involvement (ECI).
“This collaborative approach has enabled us to develop the detailed design for these significant infrastructure projects while actively engaging with third-party stakeholders such as Thames Water and Openreach to coordinate necessary utility diversions”.
Earlier this week GRAHAM completed a major upgrade of ‘one of the UK’s busiest junctions’ in Kent.
Mark Saunders, AECOM director for streets, surface transportation, aviation and ports, said: “Since our involvement in the concept and planning stages of the scheme began in early 2019, AECOM is delighted to continue working with Oxfordshire County Council on the detailed design phase.”
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