Tender

A66 - Scheme 1 & 2 Skirsgill Compound Works

KIER TRANSPORTATION LIMITED

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Tender

05 Jun 2025 at 11:34

Summary of the contracting process

KIER TRANSPORTATION LIMITED is seeking to engage experienced and qualified contractors for the construction works on the A66 - Scheme 1 & 2 Skirsgill Compound as part of the A66 Northern Trans-Pennine scheme. This procurement, classified under the construction work category and assigned the CPV code 45000000, is being conducted using a competitive quotation method below the threshold, currently in the tender stage. Situated in the North West region of the United Kingdom, the process promises improvements over single-lane sections between the M6 and A1. The tender is active and key dates include the closing of the tender period on June 20, 2025, with an anticipated contract start on October 1, 2025, and completion by April 30, 2030. The work is valued at £600,000 GBP.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises), as indicated in the suitability criteria. Companies with expertise in major transportation infrastructure and possessing the necessary qualifications are encouraged to participate. The project's scale and scope present opportunities for businesses specializing in construction, infrastructure improvement, and related activities, providing them access to collaborate with leading Tier 1 contractors like Balfour Beatty and Keltbray alongside Kier. Interested companies should submit their portfolio, experience, and references via email for a thorough assessment, opening doors to substantial contracts and long-term partnerships.

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Notice Title

A66 - Scheme 1 & 2 Skirsgill Compound Works

Notice Description

Kier Transportation are looking to engage experienced and qualified contractors to carry out works pertaining to the construction of the Scheme 1 and 2 Skirsgill Compound on the A66 Northern Trans-Pennine scheme. The A66 upgrade will see single-lane sections of the 80km stretch between the M6 and the A1 made into dual carriageway, while key junctions will be improved. The A66 project is to be delivered in collaboration by three Tier 1 contractors, Balfour Beatty, Kier and Keltbray. 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 Transportationprocurement@kier.co.uk with your company's portfolio, relevant experience, and references for further evaluation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-83ba0aa0-e9fc-4601-8eae-6021fcf2b1ea
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5f68a35-e45d-409d-b26a-67fa72331d21
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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 30 Apr 2030 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
Not specified
Contact Email
transportationprocurement@kier.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Quays
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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