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TenderAmendment

10 Jun 2026 at 08:33

Tender

19 May 2026 at 13:15

Summary of the contracting process

Kier Transportation Limited, based in Salford, England, is soliciting tenders for the project titled "M6 Lune Gorge - Temporary Access and Demolition run-off capture." This procurement falls under the category of works, specifically targeting bridge-suspension equipment, demolition work, and environmental services. The project involves designing and supplying temporary works to provide access to bridge piers and capture demolition run-off at the M6 Lune Gorge, with the delivery site postal code CA10 3XR. The procurement method is selective, utilising a competitive procedure with negotiation and is aligned with the Build UK Common Assessment Criteria to ensure business competence. The tender period concluded on 29th May 2026, with the contract slated to last from 1st March 2027 to 1st March 2031.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that have the requisite qualifications in infrastructure projects. Businesses with expertise in bridge construction, demolition, and environmental management will find this tender appealing due to the comprehensive range of services required. The project offers a substantial contract value of £200,000, promising a robust portfolio opportunity for qualified contractors aiming to expand their experience and credentials in high-value infrastructure projects. Interested firms are encouraged to submit their experience, portfolio, and references for evaluation via email to Kier Transportation.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

M6 Lune Gorge - Temporary Access and Demolition run-off capture

Notice Description

Kier Transportation are looking to engage experienced and qualified contractors for temporary works design and supply providing access to bridge piers and capture demolition run off over river on the M6 Lune Gorge. We will use the Build UK Common Assessment Criteria (CAS) to ensure a consistent minimum business competence. If your company possesses necessary qualifications and is interested in bidding for this project, please email infrastructure.procurement@kier.co.uk with your company's portfolio, relevant experience, and references for further evaluation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1153b7ca-5027-45b9-a495-04f4b3054397
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd9aa7b2-da80-4d99-a715-3f46f465f85d
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

45 - Construction work

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

43321000 - Bridge-suspension equipment

45111100 - Demolition work

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2027 - 1 Mar 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KIER TRANSPORTATION LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M50 3XP
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Quays
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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