Tender

EKFB JV - Highways Works - NC2A draft

EIFFAGE KIER JV HS2 MAIN CIVILS WORKS, LOTS C2 & C3

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Tender

28 Apr 2026 at 09:40

Summary of the contracting process

The EKFB Joint Venture is actively seeking a specialist subcontractor for a high-value highways project under the HS2 initiative. Titled "EKFB JV - Highways Works - NC2A draft," this tender involves construction work for highways in the South East region of the United Kingdom, encompassing areas such as A41 Bicester Road East, Waddesdon, Quainton, and Putlowes Farm. With an estimated value ranging between £2,500,000 and £5,000,000, the tender is currently in the active procurement stage, with expressions of interest required by 5th May 2026. The contracting process is led by Eiffage Kier JV HS2 Main Civils Works, Lots C2 & C3, a prominent entity in infrastructure projects based in Birmingham. The contract period is slated to commence on 2nd August 2026 and conclude by 13th January 2028.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in highways construction and drainage works, especially those with experience in large-scale infrastructure projects like HS2. Although it's not tailored to SMEs or VCSEs, enterprises with robust capabilities in civil engineering and an established supply chain might find lucrative prospects here. Companies interested in expanding their footprint in public sector projects or enhancing their presence in the South East region will find this tender offers a strategic platform for growth, given its substantial budget and the prominence of the HS2 project. Engaging with this tender could bolster a company's portfolio and provide long-term business development opportunities.

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Notice Title

EKFB JV - Highways Works - NC2A draft

Notice Description

NC2A is the North Chilterns to Aylesbury section of C23, a part of the HS2 project managed by the EKFB Joint Venture. We are seeking a specialist subcontractor to undertake the following highway works within the NC2A section: A41 Bicester Road East: tie-in and demolition of temporary works Waddesdon and Quainton: Highways and drainage works Putlowes Farm: Highways, including the Putlowes watercourse diversion Please express your interest within this package.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/348f2d6b-e864-4404-9e29-25700ebc7ba6
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45233130 - Construction work for highways

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Aug 2026 - 13 Jan 2028 1-2 years
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
EIFFAGE KIER JV HS2 MAIN CIVILS WORKS, LOTS C2 & C3
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B3 2DT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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