Tender

A66 Northern Trans-Pennine (NTP) - Schemes 1 & 2 Enabling works for access to working areas

KIER TRANSPORTATION LIMITED

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Tender

13 Jan 2026 at 14:30

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Kier Transportation Limited is inviting tenders for enabling works on the A66 Northern Trans-Pennine (NTP) Schemes 1 & 2, focusing on site preparation work, with additional construction and civil engineering elements. This competitive procurement process falls under the industry category of works and is based in the North East of the United Kingdom. The tender is currently in the "tender" stage, and interested parties are required to submit their bids by the deadline of 27 January 2026, at 17:00. The subsequent contract is projected to commence on 6 March 2026 and conclude by 5 May 2026. The procurement method used is a selective, competitive procedure with negotiation above the threshold. The opportunity was published on 13 January 2026.

This tender provides an attractive opportunity for capable businesses specialising in site preparation, construction, and civil engineering, particularly those looking to expand their involvement in significant infrastructure projects. The contract, valued at £600,000, is open to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) possessing the necessary qualifications and experience, guided by the Build UK Common Assessment Criteria (CAS). Companies eager to enhance their portfolios in large-scale projects such as the dual carriageway upgrade of the A66, alongside Tier 1 contractors like Balfour Beatty and Aureos, would find this engagement beneficial. Interested businesses should prepare to demonstrate their competence through relevant experience and references to qualify for participation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

A66 Northern Trans-Pennine (NTP) - Schemes 1 & 2 Enabling works for access to working areas

Notice Description

Kier Transportation are looking to engage an experienced and qualified contractor to carry out works pertaining to an enabling works for access to working areas package on the A66 NTP. The A66 upgrade will see single-lane sections of the 80km stretch between the M6 and the A1 made into dual carriageway, while key junctions will be improved. The A66 project is to be delivered in collaboration by three Tier 1 contractors, Balfour Beatty, Kier and Aureos. 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 Transportationprocurement@kier.co.uk with your company's portfolio, relevant experience, and references for further evaluation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f03e6b42-8b25-4d70-b085-14f6d68ff45f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68e063e9-3451-48a2-8d3a-96f97c2c48cd
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
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Mar 2026 - 5 May 2026 1-6 months
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
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Quays
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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