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A66 Northern Trans-Pennine Project (NTP) - Schemes 1 and 2 Central Reservation Works - Phase 2

KIER TRANSPORTATION LIMITED

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16 Jul 2026 at 14:14

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

KIER TRANSPORTATION LIMITED is actively seeking contractors for the A66 Northern Trans-Pennine Project, specifically for Schemes 1 and 2 Central Reservation Works - Phase 2. This construction project aims to upgrade portions of the A66 road between the M6 and the A1 to a dual carriageway while enhancing key junctions. The procurement is in the tender stage with a competitive procedure involving negotiation, scheduled to close on 22 July 2026. The project is classified under the industry category of construction work for highways, focusing on motorway construction within the North West region of the United Kingdom. With an estimated contract value of £850,000, work is expected to commence in November 2026 and conclude by the end of April 2030.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for experienced construction companies, particularly those specialising in highway and motorway projects, to collaborate with top-tier contractors such as Balfour Beatty and Keltbray. Businesses equipped with the requisite qualifications and portfolios may find this project aligns well with their capabilities and growth objectives. The process, open to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), emphasises meeting the Build UK Common Assessment Criteria, ensuring a high standard of business competence. Interested companies should express their intent by reaching out to Kier Infrastructure for further engagement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

A66 Northern Trans-Pennine Project (NTP) - Schemes 1 and 2 Central Reservation Works - Phase 2

Notice Description

Kier Infrastructure are looking to engage experienced and qualified contractors to carry out Central Reservation Hardening - Phase 2 works for the main works 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 infrastructure.procurement@kier.co.uk with your company's portfolio, relevant experience, and references for further evaluation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca97ec32-e83f-439d-aa3a-12fc0372f2fa
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

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45233100 - Construction work for highways, roads

45233110 - Motorway construction works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£850,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 30 Apr 2030 3-4 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
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
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Quays
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Further Information

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