Tender

A66 Northern Trans-Pennine (NTP) - Scheme 1 & 2 Major Civils Works

KIER TRANSPORTATION LIMITED

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Tender

22 May 2026 at 15:28

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

KIER Transportation Limited is inviting qualified civil contractors to participate in a selective tender for major civil works on the A66 Northern Trans-Pennine Scheme, specifically Schemes 1 and 2. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, following a competitive procedure with negotiation. This project entails a comprehensive civils work package including earthworks, drainage, ducting, and kerbing, with a total estimated value of £2,000,000. The tender is categorised under the CPV codes for ducting and civil engineering work and is set in the North West region of the United Kingdom. Key deadlines include the tender period ending on 30th June 2026, and the contract period is slated from 2nd October 2026 to 3rd April 2028.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for established civil engineering firms to expand their business within the UK public procurement market. With KIER Transportation Limited using the Build UK Common Assessment Criteria, businesses possessing the necessary qualifications and relevant project experience stand to gain a strategic foothold through participation. The project particularly suits larger firms capable of undertaking extensive civil works, given the substantial scope and financial requirements of the contract. By successfully bidding for this tender, businesses can not only grow their portfolios but also participate in a notable infrastructure undertaking within the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

A66 Northern Trans-Pennine (NTP) - Scheme 1 & 2 Major Civils Works

Notice Description

Kier Transportation intends to engage experienced and qualified Civil contractors for the construction of full civils work package, including but not limited to, earthworks, drainage, ducting and kerbing across various areas on Schemes 1 & 2 of the A66 Northern Trans-Pennine Scheme. 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/6a52ebf7-3790-4fa4-8e56-1271d58c395c
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
Not specified
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

44115100 - Ducting

45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 2026Today
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2026 - 3 Apr 2028 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
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Quays
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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