--- title: "Balfour Beatty - Roads North of the Thames-LTC - Soil Testing and Agricultural Land Classifications Surveys Works" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f0e2b209-5c56-4eaf-a9f4-4e55161a5dc2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f0e2b209-5c56-4eaf-a9f4-4e55161a5dc2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f0e2b209-5c56-4eaf-a9f4-4e55161a5dc2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f0e2b209-5c56-4eaf-a9f4-4e55161a5dc2.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BALFOUR BEATTY CIVIL ENGINEERING LIMITED" published: "2025-11-18" --- # Balfour Beatty - Roads North of the Thames-LTC - Soil Testing and Agricultural Land Classifications Surveys Works Buyer: BALFOUR BEATTY CIVIL ENGINEERING LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f0e2b209-5c56-4eaf-a9f4-4e55161a5dc2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f0e2b209-5c56-4eaf-a9f4-4e55161a5dc2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f0e2b209-5c56-4eaf-a9f4-4e55161a5dc2.json) ## Summary Balfour Beatty Civil Engineering Limited is seeking qualified subcontractors for soil testing and agricultural land classification surveys as part of the Lower Thames Crossing project in the East of England and South East regions, UK. This tender focuses on the Roads North of the Thames segment, with works beginning on 1st April 2026 and concluding by 1st August 2028. The procurement is at the tender stage, under an open procedure with an estimated contract value of £50,000. Interested parties must express their interest by 25th November 2025, adhering to DEFRA guidelines and British Standards, and supporting the project's sustainability objectives. This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, especially for those in the soil analysis and agricultural machinery industries, or businesses with strong capabilities in delivering major infrastructure projects. Suitable candidates should possess experience in soil classification and nutrient analysis, offer accredited laboratory services, and support the project's zero-emissions and local skills legacy initiatives. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to apply, promoting a diverse and sustainable supply chain that aligns with Balfour Beatty's goals of delivering environmentally conscious infrastructure projects. ## Notice We are inviting expressions of interest from qualified and experienced subcontractors for the delivery of Agricultural Land Classification (ALC) surveys, soil texture testing, and soil nutrient analysis as part of the Lower Thames Crossing Roads North of the Thames infrastructure programme. This package will include: ALC Surveys at predictive auger locations not previously assessed during earlier surveys, including collection of topsoil samples for texture testing. Soil Texture Testing at existing auger locations where laboratory data is currently unavailable. Soil Nutrient Testing through topsoil and subsoil sampling at various locations to inform habitat creation, Ancient Woodland translocation, and agricultural land reinstatement. The subcontractor must comply with the technical requirements outlined in the project specification, including: Adherence to DEFRA ALC guidelines and relevant British Standards (e.g., BS 3882 for topsoil). Accredited laboratory testing for soil texture and nutrient analysis (ISO 17025 or equivalent). Preparation and submission of sampling plans, inspection and test plans, and quality assurance documentation. Coordination of logistics for sample collection and delivery, ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements. Interested subcontractors must demonstrate: Proven experience in ALC surveys and soil testing for major infrastructure projects. Technical competence in soil classification, texture, and nutrient analysis to British and European standards. Robust health, safety, environmental, and quality management systems. Appropriate certifications (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001) and familiarity with environmental and agricultural reinstatement requirements. Capability to support the project's sustainability and biodiversity objectives. To express your interest and receive further details-including pre-qualification requirements and tender timelines-please respond to this notice by 25.11.2025. 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/12eaaab9-1f26-44ca-815e-a847d84f0da5 | | 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 | 18 Nov 2025 | | Submission deadline | 25 Nov 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 1 Aug 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £50,000 | | 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 - 14 - Mining, basic metals and related products - 16 - Agricultural machinery - 45 - Construction work - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 14212400 - Soil - 16100000 - Agricultural and forestry machinery for soil preparation or cultivation - 16600000 - Specialist agricultural or forestry machinery - 45111250 - Ground investigation work - 71900000 - Laboratory services - 90711000 - Environmental impact assessment other than for construction ## Release History - 18 Nov 2025 at 15:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12eaaab9-1f26-44ca-815e-a847d84f0da5 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12eaaab9-1f26-44ca-815e-a847d84f0da5 18th November 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8be4c36e-5897-4349-be1d-3e6bcf61cf00 How to apply, please complete the attached Soil & ALC testing Surveys Eligibility Criteria by the 25.11.25. then submit to the Supply Chain Team at BBLTCProcurementandSupplyChain@balfourbeatty.com. Please make Show less description 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 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f0e2b209-5c56-4eaf-a9f4-4e55161a5dc2. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f0e2b209-5c56-4eaf-a9f4-4e55161a5dc2.json.