Tender

Balfour Beatty - Roads North of the Thames-LTC - Glulam Timber Bridge Works

BALFOUR BEATTY CIVIL ENGINEERING LIMITED

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06 Nov 2025 at 11:15

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27 Oct 2025 at 16:39

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Summary of the contracting process

Balfour Beatty Civil Engineering Limited, operating from London, has initiated an open procurement process for the 'Roads North of the Thames-LTC - Glulam Timber Bridge Works'. This project involves the design, fabrication, supply, and installation of a glulam timber bridge as part of the Lower Thames Crossing, aiming to enhance road connections between Essex and Kent. The industry categories include timber products and bridge construction, with specific focus on sustainable materials. The tender is currently in the amendment stage with a response deadline extended to 11 November 2025. The construction is planned to commence on 1 April 2026 and conclude by 1 August 2028. This procurement is relevant to businesses in the East of England and the South East regions of the UK.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specializing in large-scale glulam or engineered timber bridges, particularly those with expertise in sustainable and zero-emissions construction practices. Companies compliant with British and European standards, that have robust quality and environmental management systems, are encouraged to participate. Balfour Beatty seeks subcontractors capable of contributing to its low-carbon construction objectives and supporting local community skills development. SMEs and VCSEs with the capacity to meet these specifications and who wish to grow through innovative infrastructure projects are well-suited to compete for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Balfour Beatty - Roads North of the Thames-LTC - Glulam Timber Bridge Works

Notice Description

We are inviting expressions of interest from qualified and experienced subcontractors for the delivery of our Glulam Timber Bridge including input Design, Fabrication and Supply and installation Package as part of the Lower Thames Crossing Roads North of the Thames infrastructure programme. This package will include: Design development in collaboration with the Permanent Works Designer (Arup) Fabrication of glulam timber bridge superstructure to EN 14080 (GL24h, Douglas Fir, PRF adhesive) Supply and delivery of all glulam and associated steelwork components On-site pre-assembly and installation, including provision of cranes and temporary works The subcontractor must comply with the technical requirements outlined in the project specification, including: Manufacture of glulam beams and components to the specified standards and strength class Sourcing timber from certified sustainable suppliers (FSC/PEFC or equivalent) Compliance with BS EN 1090 for associated steelwork and CE/UKCA marking Preparation and submission of fabrication shop drawings, inspection and test plans, and quality assurance documentation Coordination of logistics for delivery and installation, including road closures and lifting operations Interested subcontractors must demonstrate: Proven experience in the design, fabrication, and supply of large-scale glulam or engineered timber bridges Technical competence in working to relevant British and European standards Robust health, safety, environmental, and quality management systems Appropriate certifications (e.g. ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001) and familiarity with the Specification for Highway Works and DMRB Capability to support the project's low-carbon and sustainability objectives To express your interest and receive further details-including pre-qualification requirements and tender timelines-please respond to this notice by 11.11.2025. Additional information: The Lower Thames Crossing (LTC) is a new road to better connect Essex and Kent through a tunnel beneath the River Thames. Our purpose is to drive a change in how we deliver - connecting people to jobs and businesses to opportunities, leaving a skills legacy for the local community and construction industry, all whilst restoring nature and drawing a new blueprint for low-carbon construction. Our ambition is to deliver the UK's greenest road, and to do the right thing for local communities and the environment. We can only achieve this with the support of our supply chain, and it is therefore critical that for any supplier to be successful in winning work on LTC, they must demonstrate commitments to supporting delivery of our ambitions: * Delivering the works through a 'zero emissions' solution, and not using diesel on site in any plant or machinery. * Supporting us to leave a skills legacy for the local community, by not only recruiting locally, but upskilling your workforce to enable meaningful progression into higher paid higher skilled work. * Helping to facilitate successful opportunities by providing early careers roles, as well as inspiring young people into construction through delivery of STEM engagement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ab2a5b36-46dc-4f19-b1d8-fadc6fbfd899
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37a4f6f6-a280-42a9-b1ea-aab48fb02536
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

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

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

03419100 - Timber products

44212100 - Bridge

44212110 - Bridge sections

44212120 - Structures of bridges

45221113 - Footbridge construction work

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 1 Aug 2028 2-3 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
BALFOUR BEATTY CIVIL ENGINEERING LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 5HU
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Further Information

Notice Documents

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