Tender

M6 Lune Gorge Structures - Monitoring Services

KIER TRANSPORTATION LIMITED

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21 Apr 2026 at 10:35

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "M6 Lune Gorge Structures - Monitoring Services" is being conducted by KIER Transportation Limited, a prominent entity located in Salford, England. This tender focuses on structural monitoring services for the M6 Lune Gorge Structures, specifically addressing bridge and central reserve piling works. Falling under the industry categories of Bridge (CPV 44212100) and Monitoring and control services (CPV 71700000), it highlights a competitive quotation procurement approach. The tender stage is active, with a tender period ending on 4th May 2026 at 17:00 BST and a contract slated to commence on 1st June 2026, extending until 1st June 2030. The project aims to offer an efficient monitoring methodology aligned with essential reporting and mitigation actions.

This tender presents promising opportunities for businesses involved in structural monitoring and construction. Given its focus on efficient manual or automated monitoring methodologies with routine maintenance and data capture, businesses specialised in advanced structural monitoring techniques would find this suitable. Furthermore, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are deemed suitable, making this an attractive opportunity for smaller firms looking to expand or secure strategic projects in the construction and infrastructure sectors. The contract represents a substantial financial scope, valued between £100,000 and £250,000, promising significant business growth potential through engagement in long-term and impactful infrastructure work.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

M6 Lune Gorge Structures - Monitoring Services

Notice Description

The M6 Lune Gorge Structures Scheme requires Structural Monitoring across 6nr bridges, as well as CR monitoring to temporary piling on the scheme. The package will be split into 3 parts; Monitoring of the existing bridge substructures during demolition and replacement deck installation, monitoring of new construction considering settlement / tilt and vibration monitoring through construction and into post construction, and central reserve temporary embedded retaining walls works associated with piling / retaining wall construction. Tenderers will be required to propose an efficient manual / automated monitoring methodology meeting the stated frequencies, data capture, and reporting aligned with trigger and mitigation actions. Considerations around access and sequencing will be discussed. The package includes, but is not limited to: control points, baselining, routine monitoring (Ranging from daily to weekly), and maintenance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4af85977-b6d6-4145-a99d-f604ef001451
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

44212100 - Bridge

71700000 - Monitoring and control services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
4 May 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 1 Jun 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KIER TRANSPORTATION LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

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