The deal will cover contracts from £50,000 to £5m over the next four years and will be focused on “school and educational buildings.”

Firms should register an interest with Wigan Council People Directorate – Children, Adults and Families by 14 January. Contact capital projects officer David Clegg, tel: 1942486026 or email David.Clegg@wigan.gov.uk

Electronic submission of tenders and requests to participate: www.thechest.nwce.gov.uk