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TenderAmendment

01 Jul 2026 at 13:27

Tender

25 Jun 2026 at 13:14

Summary of the contracting process

Kier Transportation Limited is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process for the "M6 Lune Gorge - Roundthwaite Box - Fibre Reinforced Concrete Package." This project involves construction and concrete work, specifically focusing on reinforced-concrete structures for the M6 Lune Gorge Scheme located around Junction 38 in England, with a delivery address postal code CA10 3XR. The tender was recently amended and published on 1st July 2026 with the procurement method identified as a limited, competitive quotation below the threshold. Key dates for interested parties include a tender period ending on 10th July 2026 and the contract period running from 30th November 2026 to 1st September 2027. The procurement aligns with CPV codes 45223500, 45233100, 45262300, and 45262310, categorising it under reinforced-concrete and highway construction work.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for experienced contractors in the reinforced-concrete sector to expand their portfolios and engage with a reputable buyer like Kier Infrastructure. The project is particularly attractive to SMEs due to its competitive quotation format and its alignment with the Build UK Common Assessment Criteria (CAS), which ensures a consistent minimum business competence. Companies with relevant qualifications, strong portfolios, and experience in similar works are encouraged to express their interest by reaching out via the provided email for further evaluation. This invitation is a gateway for businesses specialising in concrete and infrastructure projects to gain not only business growth opportunities but also to potentially establish a long-term partnership with a significant player in the infrastructure field.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

M6 Lune Gorge - Roundthwaite Box - Fibre Reinforced Concrete Package

Notice Description

Kier Infrastructure are looking to engage experienced and qualified contractors for the FRC package with regards to the Roundthwaite Box solution in the Central Reservation works on the M6 Lune Gorge Scheme (Approx J38). Package is inclusive of but not limited to: precast L-Unit, in situ works. Interest can be flagged in accordance with other linked Roundthwaite Box advertisements. 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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c38c06c4-1788-4c87-b428-b38ae5828ab7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b90d86bd-734f-45a4-85af-bf259062b5f9
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

45223500 - Reinforced-concrete structures

45233100 - Construction work for highways, roads

45262300 - Concrete work

45262310 - Reinforced-concrete work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
10 Jul 20261 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Nov 2026 - 1 Sep 2027 6-12 months
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
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Quays
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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