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The Highways Laboratory has been used for over 60 years, has a national reputation and is one of the few that remain under the control of a local authority.
Highways Specification Group – Trial Proposals And Innovation Submissions
Information about the proposal review process and what to expect after submitting.
Submission does not guarantee approval or implementation.
This process allows organisations to submit proposals for consideration where there may be potential benefit to Staffordshire’s highway network, residents, or wider transport objectives.
Proposals may include, but are not limited to:
- New materials, products, or construction techniques
- Digital tools, software, or data-driven solutions
- Safety interventions or traffic management approaches
- Environmental or sustainability-focused innovations
- Asset management or maintenance efficiencies
- Trials or pilot schemes suitable for local highways
All proposals should be suitable for use on, or in support of, local highway infrastructure.
All submissions are logged and reviewed by the Highways Specification Group, which meets regularly to assess proposals.
You may be contacted to provide additional information, clarify aspects of your submission, or discuss next steps or potential trials.
- Submission receivedYour proposal is submitted and acknowledged.
- Logged and queuedAll submissions are recorded and prepared for review.
- Group reviewThe Highways Specification Group meets regularly to assess proposals.
- Follow-up if neededYou may be contacted to provide additional information, clarify details, or discuss potential next steps or trials.
New materials & products
Innovative materials, products, or components suitable for highway use.
Construction techniques
Methods that improve efficiency, durability, or reduce disruption.
Digital tools & software
Digital platforms, software, automation, or data-driven solutions.
Safety interventions
Measures that improve road safety, traffic management, or risk reduction.
Sustainability innovations
Environmental improvements, carbon reduction, or circular economy approaches.
Asset & maintenance efficiencies
Approaches that support maintenance, inspections, lifecycle, or asset management.
Use this form to submit a proposed scheme, trial, or innovation for consideration by Staffordshire County Council’s Highways Specification Group.
- Tell us the scheme location, objectives, and expected outcomes
- Provide delivery approach, timescales, and indicative costs
- Share evidence, case studies, and relevant approvals (if applicable)
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Explore previous trials, scheme examples, and supporting evidence to help shape and strengthen your submission.
- See what information makes a strong proposal
- Review outcomes, lessons learned, and benefits
- Download supporting materials (where available)
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