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title: "A66 Northern Trans-Pennine (NTP) - MoD - Pre-Construction Works Early Contractor Involvement"
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# A66 Northern Trans-Pennine (NTP) - MoD - Pre-Construction Works Early Contractor Involvement

Buyer: KIER TRANSPORTATION LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3862c321-5a3b-4452-ade1-c002a2c42208

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## Summary

The public procurement process for the A66 Northern Trans-Pennine (NTP) Pre-Construction Works is currently active, with Kier Transportation Limited as the buying organisation. This tender focuses on the industry category of project and design preparation and estimation of costs, with additional classifications related to engineering design and technical planning services. Located in the North West of the United Kingdom, the procurement stage is at the "tender" phase, inviting competitive quotations under a limited procurement method. Key dates include the tender period end on 27th June 2025, with the contract expected to commence on 7th July 2025 and last until 30th April 2030.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in programme management, construction advice, and BIM coordination, aligning with Kier’s projected upgrades on the A66. The project seeks experienced and qualified contractors, offering a contract value estimated at £500,000. Although not specifically tailored for SMEs or VCSEs, larger businesses specializing in advisory and engineering services are well-suited to compete. Companies interested in utilising this tender for business growth should focus on submitting a comprehensive portfolio and relevant experience via the provided contact email at Kier Transportation.

## Notice

Kier Transportation are looking to engage experienced and qualified contractors to carry out works pertaining to the MoD Pre-Construction works on the A66 Northern Trans-Pennine scheme. The Scope includes the following - ECI input into: * Programmes * Construction Advice * Cost Input * Information Management & BIM (Management and Co-ordination only) * Development Consents The A66 upgrade will see single-lane sections of the 80km stretch between the M6 and the A1 made into dual carriageway, while key junctions will be improved. The A66 project is to be delivered in collaboration by three Tier 1 contractors, Balfour Beatty, Kier and Keltbray. 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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a203ab17-29cb-46c6-8ea0-b4d6d320c053 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 6 Jul 2025 - 30 Apr 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| 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 | KIER TRANSPORTATION LIMITED |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M50 3XP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Quays |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71242000 - Project and design preparation, estimation of costs
- 71318000 - Advisory and consultative engineering services
- 71320000 - Engineering design services
- 71356400 - Technical planning services

## Release History

- 19 Jun 2025 at 13:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a203ab17-29cb-46c6-8ea0-b4d6d320c053

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a203ab17-29cb-46c6-8ea0-b4d6d320c053
  19th June 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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