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title: "A66 - Scheme 3A - Penrith to Temple Sowerby - Drainage"
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# A66 - Scheme 3A - Penrith to Temple Sowerby - Drainage

Buyer: AUREOS HIGHWAYS LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ff4004cb-d9a2-48e6-9824-d3f7ed1686eb

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## Summary

The public procurement process initiated by AUREOS HIGHWAYS LIMITED, based in London, involves drainage construction works for the A66 - Scheme 3A from Penrith to Temple Sowerby in the North West region of the United Kingdom. This opportunity, active as of 12th May 2026, invites competitive quotations under a limited procurement method, specifically aimed at projects below a certain financial threshold. The tender stage of this process is currently underway, with important deadlines including the end of the tender period on 15th May 2026. The project is classified under the CPV scheme with the description "Drainage construction works," and it falls within the 'works' industry category. The contract period is slated to commence on 1st June 2026 and conclude by 31st July 2026, offering a project value capped at £100,000.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), as expressly acknowledged by the suitability criteria. The restricted financial scale positions this tender as an ideal opportunity for businesses proficient in drainage or construction works, looking to expand their portfolio within the infrastructure sector. By participating, businesses can leverage their technical expertise to secure a government contract, enhancing their reputation and potentially leading to more considerable project engagements in the future.

## Notice

Drainage works required on the A66 Scheme 3a.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa9df2da-ce30-435a-bc83-0d6abc13e6ae |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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 | AUREOS HIGHWAYS LIMITED |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC1A 9HP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | City of London |
| Electoral ward | Farringdon Within |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45232450 - Drainage construction works

## Release History

- 12 May 2026 at 10:46 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa9df2da-ce30-435a-bc83-0d6abc13e6ae

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa9df2da-ce30-435a-bc83-0d6abc13e6ae
  12th May 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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