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title: "Balfour Beatty - Roads North of the Thames-LTC -UXO Surveys"
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# Balfour Beatty - Roads North of the Thames-LTC -UXO Surveys

Buyer: BALFOUR BEATTY CIVIL ENGINEERING LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-63e4fdaa-dfe9-4c13-ab30-2f64a23fbc5a

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by Balfour Beatty Civil Engineering Limited for the project titled "Balfour Beatty - Roads North of the Thames-LTC -UXO Surveys" under the industry category of Bombs, specifically involving Explosives detection systems. The project aims to conduct UXO (Unexploded Ordnance) risk assessments and mitigation works in the East of England and South East of the United Kingdom. This tender is in the "tenderAmendment" stage with a deadline for submission on 30th July 2025, 12:00 PM BST. The anticipated contract period is from 1st September 2025 to 1st July 2034. The procurement method adopted for this process is an open procedure, making it suitable for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs).

This tender creates significant business growth opportunities for firms specialising in unexploded ordnance detection and risk mitigation, particularly those adhering to sustainable practices. Companies with commitments to zero-emissions solutions, workforce upskilling, and community engagement will find themselves well-suited to compete. The Lower Thames Crossing project promises to leave a lasting skills legacy while challenging suppliers to contribute to low-carbon construction practices. Such criteria open pathways for businesses focused on innovation and capable of recruiting and advancing local talent in the construction sector.

## Notice

We are inviting expressions of Interest from qualified UXO (Unexploded Ordnance) contractors to carry out risk assessments and mitigation works to ensure the safety of personnel, contractors, and the public during our works. The appointed contractor will be responsible for assessing the UXO risk and, where necessary, undertaking investigation and clearance activities in accordance with industry best practices and relevant legislation. Additional information: 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 and businesses to opportunities, leaving a skills legacy for the local community and construction industry, all whilst restoring nature and drawing a new blueprint for low-carbon construction. Our ambition is to deliver the UK's greenest road, and to do the right thing for local communities and the environment. We can only achieve this with the support of our supply chain, and it is therefore critical that for any supplier to be successful in winning work on LTC, they must demonstrate commitments to supporting delivery of our ambitions: * Delivering the works through a 'zero emissions' solution, and not using diesel on site in any plant or machinery. * Supporting us to leave a skills legacy for the local community, by not only recruiting locally, but upskilling your workforce to enable meaningful progression into higher paid higher skilled work. * Helping to facilitate successful opportunities by providing early careers roles, as well as inspiring young people into construction through delivery of STEM engagement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f77a6054-b3ce-46af-baff-3143e3b5227c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 1 Jul 2034 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000 |
| 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 | BALFOUR BEATTY CIVIL ENGINEERING LIMITED |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E14 5HU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Canary Wharf |
| Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 35333100 - Bombs
- 38546000 - Explosives detection system

## Release History

- 25 Jul 2025 at 15:05 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f77a6054-b3ce-46af-baff-3143e3b5227c
- 23 Jul 2025 at 09:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f77a6054-b3ce-46af-baff-3143e3b5227c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f77a6054-b3ce-46af-baff-3143e3b5227c
  25th July 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/07446df0-1587-4b9b-b1ee-c2f69654bc47
  How to apply, please complete the attached UXO Eligibility Criteria by the 30.07.25. then submit to the Supply Chain Team at BBLTCProcurementandSupplyChain@balfourbeatty.com. Please make sure to complete the eligibility criteria section of the PQQ fully, as missing information might affect your chance to move forward to the next stage. The following questions are designed as 'Qualification Questions' to assess your organisations ability to meet Balfour Beatty's and Lower Thames Crossing's supply chain requirements requirements. Please note this is by no means a guarantee of any work.

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