Basic Asset Protection Agreement (BAPA) - A66 Preston Farm Interchange Bridge Maintenance (Vehicle Restraint System Phase 4)

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED

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05 Aug 2026 at 15:42

Summary of the contracting process

National Highways Limited, a central government public authority based in Birmingham, recently completed a procurement process titled "Basic Asset Protection Agreement (BAPA) - A66 Preston Farm Interchange Bridge Maintenance (Vehicle Restraint System Phase 4)". Situated within the United Kingdom and classified under the services category, this procurement concerned the provision of asset protection services adjacent to operational railway infrastructure, specifically the A66 Preston Farm Interchange. The agreement was finalised using a direct procurement method, below threshold, and awarded to Network Rail, headquartered in London, without competition. The asset protection activities were scheduled from 5th August to 1st September 2026, aligning with the needs of the railway engineering sector under CPV code 71311230.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in railway engineering services and asset protection. Network Rail, being a large-scale supplier, exemplifies the level of expertise and resource capability that is advantageous for this type of contract. Businesses with established safety systems and comprehensive understanding of railway operations can find substantial business growth by leveraging such contracts. The structured approach and integration with National Highways could serve as a platform for businesses to demonstrate their proficiency in large-scale government contracts, thereby positioning themselves favourably for future opportunities in the infrastructure maintenance domain.

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Notice Title

Basic Asset Protection Agreement (BAPA) - A66 Preston Farm Interchange Bridge Maintenance (Vehicle Restraint System Phase 4)

Notice Description

Basic Asset Protection Agreement (BAPA) with Network Rail Infrastructure Limited to provide asset protection services associated with the A66 Preston Farm Interchange Bridge Maintenance (Vehicle Restraint System Phase 4) scheme. The agreement enables Network Rail to undertake the necessary asset protection activities in connection with works adjacent to the operational railway.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06dcdf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074381-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71311230 - Railway engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£46,685 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Contract Period
4 Aug 2026 - 1 Sep 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6GA
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NETWORK RAIL

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