The extensive mixed-use scheme will include the Morrisons foodstore, together with a DIY/garden centre, hotel, business starter units and 141 homes.

According construction information specialist Glenigan, there are two firms lefts in talks over the job, with word suggesting that McLaren is a front runner to build the 70,000 sq ft superstore, together with a petrol station and 400 place car park at the Ampthill Road site in south Bedford.