Tender

EKFB JV - Ancillary Culverts Works package NC2A

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

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Tender

18 May 2026 at 11:10

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Eiffage Kier Joint Venture (JV) for HS2 Main Civils Works, Lots C2 & C3, is seeking a specialist subcontractor for the Ancillary Culverts Works package NC2A, part of the HS2 project. The procurement process is currently at the 'Tender' stage, with a tender submission deadline set for 22nd May 2026. The project is classified under the industry category for 'Culverts' and is located in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The expected contract period runs from 9th August 2026 to 1st November 2026, with a budget range from £500,000 to £1,000,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in civil engineering and construction, particularly those with capabilities in complex structural works such as culvert construction and watercourse management. Companies that can supply comprehensive management, labour, and equipment for both permanent and temporary structures would be well-suited to compete. The project aligns well with firms experienced in large infrastructure projects, providing a pathway to demonstrate expertise in a high-profile initiative like HS2, thus fostering further business growth and prominence in the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

EKFB JV - Ancillary Culverts Works package NC2A

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 works within the NC2A section: The Subcontract Works include the provision of all management, labour, materials, plant and equipment, supervision, and other resources necessary and ancillary to safely complete the construction and handover of Ancillary Culverts, as described in the specifications, drawings, HS2 standards Requirements and local authority specifications. - The subcontractor will be responsible for all permanent and temporary work relating to the construction of ancillary culverts and associated works unless otherwise stated in the Works Information including: - Temporary access road and platform construction - Temporary watercourse diversion including over pumping and tie into watercourse. - Temporary excavation for culvert units and headwalls. - Permanent Excavate and replace and removal of soft spot. - Blinding concrete for culvert units, headwalls and retaining walls - Installation of culvert units, including waterproofing at joints and joints details. - FRC works with Headwalls and retaining walls, including waterproofing and joints details. - Temporary edge protection - Supply and Installation of handrails - Completing structural fill surrounding culvert units, headwalls and retaining walls - Installation of riverbed materials and riprap materials - Completing the tie in of watercourse to culvert including reinstatement of temporary diversion. - Testing Please express your interest within this package.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f2190199-fc48-41ae-b5bc-1cbdddffefaa
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72b7af58-7914-42be-acc9-4969180ee737
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

45221220 - Culverts

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
22 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
8 Aug 2026 - 1 Nov 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
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

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