--- title: "A66 - Vehicle Recovery" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f77caeea-5edc-4873-9326-93a9b8299bbb" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f77caeea-5edc-4873-9326-93a9b8299bbb" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f77caeea-5edc-4873-9326-93a9b8299bbb.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f77caeea-5edc-4873-9326-93a9b8299bbb.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BALFOUR BEATTY CIVIL ENGINEERING LIMITED" published: "2025-12-12" --- # A66 - Vehicle Recovery Buyer: BALFOUR BEATTY CIVIL ENGINEERING LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f77caeea-5edc-4873-9326-93a9b8299bbb [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f77caeea-5edc-4873-9326-93a9b8299bbb) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f77caeea-5edc-4873-9326-93a9b8299bbb.json) ## Summary The Balfour Beatty Civil Engineering Limited is overseeing the procurement process for an open tender regarding the A66 North Trans-Pennine Vehicle Recovery project. This initiative aims to upgrade the A66 stretch from single-lane sections to dual carriageway, involving improvements to key junctions. The total estimated package spend is £3,200,000. The procurement method utilised is selective, through a competitive procedure with negotiation above the threshold. The procurement is currently in the tender amendment stage, with an end date scheduled for 8th January 2026. Interested parties must act promptly to submit relevant documentation before the deadline. The project focuses on automobile emergency road services within the works category and will be executed in collaboration with Kier and Aureous, targeting the North West region of the United Kingdom. This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in vehicle recovery solutions, particularly those with a strong track record in managing large-scale projects efficiently. It promises growth potential for firms equipped with the requisite resources, machinery, and expertise. The involvement of Tier 1 contractors like Balfour Beatty, Kier, and Aureous signifies an advantageous collaboration and networking opportunity. The project is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), creating an inclusive environment for such entities to expand their reach and expertise. Interested companies need to prepare their portfolios, demonstrating business competence as per the Build UK Common Assessment Criteria (CAS) to secure evaluation and possibly see significant growth through this expansive infrastructure project. ## Notice Vehicle Recovery The A66 North Trans-Pennine enterprise is looking to engage experienced and qualified Vehicle Recovery contractor for a major project on the strategic roads network. The A66 upgrade will see single-lane sections of the 80km stretch between the M6 and A1 made into dual carriageway, while key junctions will be improved. Estimated Package spend is PS3,200,000. The project is to be delivered in collaboration by three Tier 1 contractors Balfour Beatty, Kier, and Aureous. We are looking for experienced firms with proven track record in handling large-scale Vehicle Recovery packages, equipped with the necessary resource, equipment, machinery and expertise to ensure the job is completed efficiently and on schedule. 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 get in touch 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/6c19e03a-65bf-4bc3-97f4-b0c1fd4119b9 | | 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 | 12 Dec 2025 | | Submission deadline | 8 Jan 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 3 Apr 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £3,200,000 | | 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 | 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 | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 50118000 - Automobile emergency road services ## Release History - 12 Dec 2025 at 11:28 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c19e03a-65bf-4bc3-97f4-b0c1fd4119b9 - 12 Dec 2025 at 11:26 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c19e03a-65bf-4bc3-97f4-b0c1fd4119b9 - 1 Aug 2025 at 14:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c19e03a-65bf-4bc3-97f4-b0c1fd4119b9 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c19e03a-65bf-4bc3-97f4-b0c1fd4119b9 12th December 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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