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title: "A66 Northern Trans-Pennine (NTP) - Ullswater Community College Construction & Maintenance"
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# A66 Northern Trans-Pennine (NTP) - Ullswater Community College Construction & Maintenance

Buyer: KIER TRANSPORTATION LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cdd3d512-58c8-4843-b7cc-0ff6d56ab2f3

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## Summary

Kier Transportation Limited is currently engaging in a tender process for the 'A66 Northern Trans-Pennine (NTP) - Ullswater Community College Construction & Maintenance' project. This involves earthworks, drainage, and the construction and maintenance of a rugby pitch with a drainage system at Ullswater Community College in Penrith, located in the North West of the United Kingdom. The procurement is in the tender stage, having been published on 20th February 2026, with a tender period ending on 9th March 2026. Kier Transportation is seeking qualified contractors for this initiative, which falls under the industry category of construction work associated with sports grounds, with a contract value of £200,000. The competitive procedure with negotiation procurement method is being utilised, and work is scheduled to commence on 3rd August 2026.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and maintenance of sports facilities. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with relevant qualifications and experience in constructing sports-related infrastructure are particularly suited to compete. With the A66 project involving collaboration with major contractors such as Balfour Beatty, Kier, and Aureos, participating companies will gain the chance to align with prominent industry players, enhancing their portfolios and credibility. Interested bidders should demonstrate their business competence in line with the Build UK Common Assessment Criteria, and successful participation may pave the way for future partnerships and projects beyond the initial work scope.

## Notice

Kier Transportation are looking to engage experienced and qualified contractors to carry out Earthworks, Drainage, and Maintenance works pertaining to our Ullswater Community College package. The works include constructing a 106m x 68m natural turf rugby pitch along with associated pitch drainage system located at Ullswater Community College, Penrith. Once the construction of the rugby pitch has been completed, a 12 month maintenance period will also be undertaken by the chosen contractor before handing over to the client. 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 Aureos. 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/2fba49b0-29ee-4177-b9fe-a4bd9377016e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Aug 2026 - 17 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| 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

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45212221 - Construction work in connection with structures for sports ground
- 45212290 - Repair and maintenance work in connection with sports facilities

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2026 at 17:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fba49b0-29ee-4177-b9fe-a4bd9377016e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fba49b0-29ee-4177-b9fe-a4bd9377016e
  20th February 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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