Tender

M6 Lune Gorge - Central Reserve Retaining Wall - Castle Howe Structures

KIER TRANSPORTATION LIMITED

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Tender

12 Feb 2026 at 06:54

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Kier Transportation Limited, a key player in the transportation sector based in Salford, involves the construction of the Central Reserve Retaining Wall at Lune Gorge in England. This contract is classified under "Structures and parts of structures," with additional work concerning elevated highways and supporting walls. With a total value of £500,000, this selective tender follows a competitive procedure with negotiation, suitable for SMEs, without VCSE involvement. The process is currently at the Tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for the 18th of February 2026. Delivery is targeted at postal code CA10 3XR, and the contract is expected to commence on the 1st of January 2028, lasting until the 1st of January 2029. Interested parties can reach out via email provided for further evaluation and participation criteria.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction, particularly those with expertise in earth retaining structures and highway projects. The procurement method ensures that only suitably qualified companies can participate, thereby enhancing competitive transparency and quality assurance. SMEs with proven competence in delivering substantial infrastructure projects could find promising prospects for growth by aligning with Kier Transportation Limited's requirements. Those with a focus on advanced construction techniques and sustainable materials may gain an advantage, as the procurement process places emphasis on business competence assessed through the Build UK Common Assessment Criteria.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

M6 Lune Gorge - Central Reserve Retaining Wall - Castle Howe Structures

Notice Description

Kier Transportation require a Subcontractor to undertake the Central Reserve Retaining Wall - Castle Howe Structures works at Lune Gorge. This is for an Earth Retaining structure to be installed in the Central Reserve immediately behind the existing bridge abutments to retain the adjacent Motorway carriageway during abutment replacement works. 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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8d905700-071c-4eb9-89f1-b545374ca284
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c8cf92ab-3b55-40b7-bc15-059c7d40c29e
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

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

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

44210000 - Structures and parts of structures

45233131 - Construction work for elevated highways

45262620 - Supporting walls

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2028 - 1 Jan 2029 1-2 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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