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title: "Lower Thames Crossing - Kent Roads - Material Testing"
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# Lower Thames Crossing - Kent Roads - Material Testing

Buyer: SKANSKA CONSTRUCTION UK LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-290c5e10-612e-41fc-a9b7-2f9e5d4b9d9c

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## Summary

SKANSKA CONSTRUCTION UK LIMITED is seeking a competent Material Testing contractor for the Lower Thames Crossing project located in Kent Roads, South East, United Kingdom. The procurement process, in the Tender stage, is focused on architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. The competitive quotation method is used, and the tender period ends on 23 April 2025. The contract is expected to start on 26 August 2025 and conclude on 26 August 2026. Interested parties should complete the attached expression of interest form and return it to the provided contact email.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for SMEs specialising in material testing services, particularly those with UKAS accreditation and ISO 9001 certification. Suitable businesses should have testing facilities close to the project site and employ qualified personnel with appropriate competency cards and a Highway Passport. The requirement includes testing various materials such as concrete, soil, aggregates, and asphalt. Winning this contract could provide steady work and demonstrate capabilities in high-profile infrastructure projects, enhancing business growth and reputation.

## Notice

A Material Testing contractor is required for the Lower Thames Crossing - Kent Roads. These works are likely to be required from Autumn 2025. The work consists of the following elements: * Provide material testing off and on site including Concrete Testing, soil classification, aggregate physical properties, Asphalt Analysis. The operatives involved in the works shall be Competent with relevant qualifications and competency cards (Lantra - /CSCS) and have a Highway Passport. The contractor must be UKAS accredited and have obtained ISO 9001. Testing facilities must be in proximity to the scheme. Additional information: Please complete the attached expression of interest form and return to eleanor.clarke@skanska.co.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e48f16b-74b6-4d50-8db4-def8479b4b23 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 25 Aug 2025 - 26 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SKANSKA CONSTRUCTION UK LIMITED |
| Locality | WATFORD |
| Post town | Watford |
| Postcode | WD3 9SW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Three Rivers |
| Electoral ward | Chorleywood South & Maple Cross |
| Westminster constituency | South West Hertfordshire |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 15 Apr 2025 at 15:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e48f16b-74b6-4d50-8db4-def8479b4b23

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e48f16b-74b6-4d50-8db4-def8479b4b23
  15th April 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c9fc10a1-903e-40c8-a585-f20b222fc2f1
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/70f02fd5-0268-4118-a1d0-7cb2a5fb2e1e
  please complete the attached expression of interest form and return to eleanor.clarke@skanska.co.uk

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