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01 Jul 2026 at 09:19

Tender

25 Jun 2026 at 13:07

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "M6 Lune Gorge - Roundthwaite Box - Piling Package" is currently active and coordinated by Kier Transportation Limited. This tender is specifically focused on works within the M6 Lune Gorge area, around Junction 38, with the industry category being piling, including sheet piling. The geographical location for the delivery is specified by the postal code CA10 3XR in England. The procurement stage is at the tender amendment phase, with a tender period ending on 10th July 2026. The process employs a limited procurement method described as a competitive quotation below threshold, and the contract period spans from 30th November 2026 to 1st September 2027.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth in the construction sector, particularly appealing to Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) due to its suitability provision. Businesses specialising in piling, with experience and qualifications in driven sheet and tube piling, will find this tender particularly relevant. Contractors interested can leverage this opportunity to demonstrate their technical competencies and expand their operational footprint in infrastructure projects. Companies that meet the Build UK Common Assessment Criteria and can showcase a strong portfolio with relevant references should consider participating to drive business expansion.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

M6 Lune Gorge - Roundthwaite Box - Piling Package

Notice Description

Kier Infrastructure are looking to engage experienced and qualified contractors for the Piling package for 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: Driven sheet and tube piling, piling excavation, cutting or burning of piles. 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-cc6a0c78-8769-4f94-9aa7-e01c742ae0ce
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eed33355-8bf3-4e58-99b3-39652662d6b8
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

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


CPV Codes

44212400 - Piling

44212410 - Sheet piling

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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