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TenderAmendment

01 Jul 2026 at 09:13

Tender

25 Jun 2026 at 13:20

Summary of the contracting process

KIER TRANSPORTATION LIMITED is inviting experienced and qualified contractors to engage in the civils package for the Roundthwaite Box solution, part of the M6 Lune Gorge Scheme near Junction 38. This active tender is categorised under site preparation and civil engineering works with a procurement method of competitive quotation below threshold, suitable for SMEs. Located in the CA10 3XR postal code, the project involves drainage works, excavations, and demolitions. The tender period concludes on 10th July 2026, and the contract period is set from 30th November 2026 to 1st September 2027.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in civil construction and related works to demonstrate their capabilities on a significant infrastructure project. SMEs with expertise in excavation, drainage, and site rectification are well-suited to compete. Companies interested in this opportunity should possess necessary qualifications and can express interest by contacting KIER TRANSPORTATION LIMITED with their portfolio and relevant experience.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

M6 Lune Gorge - Roundthwaite Box - Civils Package

Notice Description

Kier Infrastructure are looking to engage experienced and qualified contractors for the civils package for Roundthwaite Box solution in the Central Reservation works on the M6 Lune Gorge Scheme (Approx J38). Package is inclusive of but not limited to: Back of wall drainage, excavations, pile cutting or burning, site preparation and rectification, demolition, minor temporary works, backfilling. 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-e5a23bb2-7a96-44d6-9457-f8c7072f7f3d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/186db4a8-e53f-414f-9f55-a1e5b159a926
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

45100000 - Site preparation work

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

45221210 - Covered or partially-covered excavations

45223000 - Structures construction work

45232452 - Drainage works

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

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