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title: "Basic Asset Protection Agreement (BAPA) - A66 Preston Farm Interchange Bridge Maintenance (Vehicle Restraint System Phase 4)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06dcdf"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED"
published: "2026-08-05"
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# Basic Asset Protection Agreement (BAPA) - A66 Preston Farm Interchange Bridge Maintenance (Vehicle Restraint System Phase 4)

Buyer: NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06dcdf

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## Summary

National Highways Limited, a central government public authority based in Birmingham, recently completed a procurement process titled "Basic Asset Protection Agreement (BAPA) - A66 Preston Farm Interchange Bridge Maintenance (Vehicle Restraint System Phase 4)". Situated within the United Kingdom and classified under the services category, this procurement concerned the provision of asset protection services adjacent to operational railway infrastructure, specifically the A66 Preston Farm Interchange. The agreement was finalised using a direct procurement method, below threshold, and awarded to Network Rail, headquartered in London, without competition. The asset protection activities were scheduled from 5th August to 1st September 2026, aligning with the needs of the railway engineering sector under CPV code 71311230.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in railway engineering services and asset protection. Network Rail, being a large-scale supplier, exemplifies the level of expertise and resource capability that is advantageous for this type of contract. Businesses with established safety systems and comprehensive understanding of railway operations can find substantial business growth by leveraging such contracts. The structured approach and integration with National Highways could serve as a platform for businesses to demonstrate their proficiency in large-scale government contracts, thereby positioning themselves favourably for future opportunities in the infrastructure maintenance domain.

## Notice

Basic Asset Protection Agreement (BAPA) with Network Rail Infrastructure Limited to provide asset protection services associated with the A66 Preston Farm Interchange Bridge Maintenance (Vehicle Restraint System Phase 4) scheme. The agreement enables Network Rail to undertake the necessary asset protection activities in connection with works adjacent to the operational railway.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074381-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Aug 2026 |
| Contract period | 4 Aug 2026 - 1 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £46,685 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 6GA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NETWORK RAIL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71311230 - Railway engineering services

## Release History

- 5 Aug 2026 at 15:42 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074381-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074381-2026
  5th August 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://nationalhighways.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.networkrail.co.uk/

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