--- title: "Kier Infrastructure - Archaeological trial trenching" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4f840a0e-5d03-419c-90c6-8ccdbb0aa93e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4f840a0e-5d03-419c-90c6-8ccdbb0aa93e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4f840a0e-5d03-419c-90c6-8ccdbb0aa93e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4f840a0e-5d03-419c-90c6-8ccdbb0aa93e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED" published: "2026-04-16" --- # Kier Infrastructure - Archaeological trial trenching Buyer: BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4f840a0e-5d03-419c-90c6-8ccdbb0aa93e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4f840a0e-5d03-419c-90c6-8ccdbb0aa93e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4f840a0e-5d03-419c-90c6-8ccdbb0aa93e.json) ## Summary Kier Infrastructure is inviting tenders for an archaeological trial trenching project, focusing on designing and delivering environmental impact assessment surveys. The procurement is in the active tender stage, with the closing date for submissions on the 20th of April 2026. The project involves excavation work at archaeological sites and geophysical surveys, and it spans multiple locations including the United Kingdom, various British overseas territories, and several international countries. The restricted procedure method will be utilised, indicating a selective approach, and the contract period is scheduled to commence on the 2nd of June 2026, ending on the 31st of May 2027. The tender has a potential value of £10,000,000 and is classified under the 'works' category. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in archaeological services, particularly those with expertise in geophysical surveys and excavation. Given its scope and prominence, the project is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of providing both non-intrusive and intrusive surveys. Engaging in this contract could lead to substantial business growth due to the scale and visibility of the project, facilitated and managed by BIP Solutions Limited, the contracting authority. Companies that demonstrate capability and experience in similar archaeological evaluations will find this tender an ideal opportunity to expand their portfolio and strengthen their industry presence. ## Notice Kier Infrastructure is seeking to establish a dedicated supply chain to deliver a programme of both non intrusive and intrusive surveys in support of the design development and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) requirements for one of our contracts. The trial trenching evaluation scope is currently being developed and will comprise between 2500 and 3000 50m long x 1.8m wide x 0.5m-1m deep trenches. A standard size of trenching has been selected to better target, evaluate and characterise possible or probable archaeological features, avoid constraints and ensure appropriate coverage. Bespoke trench lengths have been placed for certain features and to avoid constraint; the scope of these trenches comprises approximately 10 20m trenches and between 50 and 100 30m trenches. The Scope will also include an Archaeological watching brief. The archaeological monitoring will be carried out by a suitably qualified Subcontract, with any exposed archaeological remains excavated and recorded. The archaeological investigations will also be carried out in accordance with the relevant guidance. Note there is no additional scope information at this time. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e008d0a7-1ca2-4ec5-b6d3-5b62c69d77f6 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 20 Apr 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Jun 2026 - 31 May 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £10,000,000 | | 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 | BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED | | Locality | CLIPPERS QUAY | | 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 | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 45112450 - Excavation work at archaeological sites - 71351720 - Geophysical surveys of archaeological sites - 71351914 - Archaeological services ## Release History - 16 Apr 2026 at 07:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e008d0a7-1ca2-4ec5-b6d3-5b62c69d77f6 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e008d0a7-1ca2-4ec5-b6d3-5b62c69d77f6 16th April 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.competefor.com/business/viewOpportunityDetailsSupplier.html?id=109051124 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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