Tender

LTC - Gantry Wind Tunnel Testing

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

11 Nov 2025 at 15:22

Planning

06 Aug 2025 at 07:58

Planning

05 Aug 2025 at 09:50

Summary of the contracting process

The National Highways authority is currently at the tender stage for a project titled "LTC - Gantry Wind Tunnel Testing". This procurement initiative focuses on technical testing services within the strategic road network industry. It is situated in the United Kingdom, specifically addressing the needs of the Lower Thames Crossing project, which aims to enhance connectivity between Essex and Kent via a new road beneath the River Thames. The open procedure allows for tenders to be submitted electronically with a deadline set for 8th December 2025. The process invites entities capable of providing aerodynamics expertise, including computational and physical testing, with a contract value estimated at £600,000 gross. Key deadlines for engagement occurred on 20th August 2025, followed by an invitation to tender in September, culminating in a contract award by 3rd February 2026. Successfully participating businesses are expected to commence operations by 1st March 2026, with the contract running through February 2027, potentially extending further by up to twelve months.

The gantry wind tunnel testing tender offers substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for firms with expertise in technical analysis, consultancy, and inspection services. Given the project's emphasis on cutting-edge aerodynamic tests, companies equipped with advanced virtual and physical testing facilities are well-suited to compete. Furthermore, the initiative supports SMEs by fostering local workforce development and skill enhancements. Such businesses can leverage the opportunity to contribute to transformative infrastructure, aligning with goals of low-carbon construction and community skill building. The tender encourages innovation, thus favouring businesses that offer unique, sustainable solutions and promote STEM career engagement among youth, effectively positioning themselves to serve as valuable partners in delivering the UK's greenest infrastructure project.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

LTC - Gantry Wind Tunnel Testing

Notice Description

This tender opportunity has been issued by National Highways who are seeking to award a Contract to a single supplier for the provision of Gantry Aerodynamic Wind Tunnel Testing to be deployed on to the Lower Thames Crossing (LTC) project. The successful tenderer will provide subject matter expertise, computational analysis and specialist aerodynamic testing facilities to undertake virtual and physical structural performance testing that can replicate the aerodynamic behaviours of the strategic road network. The Lower Thames Crossing (LTC) is a new road to better connect Essex and Kent through a tunnel beneath the River Thames. Our purpose is to drive a change in how we deliver - connecting people to jobs, businesses to opportunities, leaving a skills legacy for the local community and championing biodiversity and low-carbon construction.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: As detailed in the contract, there is an option to extend up to a further 12 months.

Planning Information

Purpose of Engagement: An initial pre-tender briefing session to give an introduction and overview to National Highways and the Lower Thames Crossing Project, and an opportunity for potential bidders to provide feedback on the draft scope of works, tender submission requirements, indicative timescales and answer any questions.[ Proposed Activities: Supplier Meeting Date(s) for Engagement: 10:00 AM on 20 August 2025 Location (if applicable): Microsoft Teams Meeting Responding to this Notice How to Respond: Respond with your name, title and contact email addresses for up to two attendees per supplier to ancillaryprocurement@lowerthamescrossing.co.uk Response Deadline: By 5 PM on Friday 15 August Next Steps: Market Engagement Pre-Tender Briefing – 20 August 2025 Invitation to Tender – September 2025 Tender Period (30 Days) – September / October 2025 Contract Award –December 2025 Note: This UK2 notice supercedes any previous UK2 notice on LTC - Gantry Wind Tunnel Testing

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058145
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072888-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

71632000 - Technical testing services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Nov 20253 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
8 Dec 2025Today
Future Notice Date
8 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 26 Feb 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL HIGHWAYS
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
ancillaryprocurement@lowerthamescrossing.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GUILDFORD
Postcode
GU1 4LZ
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Guildford
Electoral Ward
Stoke
Westminster Constituency
Guildford

Further Information

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