Tender

A66 Northern Trans-Pennine (NTP) - Manned Security

KIER TRANSPORTATION LIMITED

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TenderAmendment

16 Mar 2026 at 14:27

Tender

11 Mar 2026 at 15:38

Summary of the contracting process

Kier Transportation Limited is inviting bids for providing manned security services on the A66 Northern Trans-Pennine roads. The project involves securing assets, property, personnel, and visitors outside standard working hours, utilising the Build UK Common Assessment Criteria. This tender is part of a competitive procedure with negotiation above threshold, and is classified under security services (CPV code 79710000). The procurement process is currently in the tender amendment stage, with the latest modifications made on 16th March 2026. Interested parties must note the tender period ends on 18th March 2026, with the contract period commencing on 13th April 2026 and concluding on 1st October 2030. The location for the delivery is in the North West, United Kingdom.

This project presents a significant opportunity for companies in the security services industry to expand their portfolio by partnering with Kier Transportation Limited. The procurement method is selective, favouring enterprises that can demonstrate competence through a portfolio, relevant experience, and references. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, although voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are not prioritised for this tender. The project's considerable value, estimated at £200,000, provides potential business growth for qualified contractors specialising in security services. Engaging with Kier Transportation could also foster long-term relationships, given the multi-year contract duration.

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Notice Title

A66 Northern Trans-Pennine (NTP) - Manned Security

Notice Description

Kier Transportation intends to engage experienced and qualified contractors to undertake works associated with manned security across A66 NTP. The appointed contractor will be responsible for providing a reliable and professional security presence to protect our assets, property, personnel, and visitors outside of standard working hours. 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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f4676e0c-700a-4a66-a233-86eb5460278b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b0a857a-65f9-4888-9eb9-84ce7cc23652
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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79710000 - Security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Apr 2026 - 1 Oct 2030 4-5 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
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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