A66 Northern Trans Pennine Project(NTP) - Carleton Underpass Structure (Precast Concrete Beams)
The contract covers the erection of the Carleton Underpass structure on Scheme 2 of the A66 Northern Trans Pennine Project, including installation of precast concrete beams and associated ancillary works. The buyer is Kier Transportation Limited, a major contractor operating in the UK transport infrastructure sector and delivering the wider A66 upgrade in collaboration with Balfour Beatty and Keltbray. The appointed contractor will be expected to carry out bridge installation works safely and competently, supported by relevant experience and references for comparable projects. The estimated contract value is £10 million, although the available information does not state the contract duration or completion timeframe. Delivery will take place in the North West of England, United Kingdom, at the Carleton Underpass site on the A66 route. The critical qualification requirement is compliance with the Build UK Common Assessment Criteria (CAS), demonstrating the minimum required level of business competence for the works.
Buyer: KIER TRANSPORTATION LIMITED. Source: Contracts Finder. Updated 15 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £10m
- Bids close: 5 Nov 2026
- Location: North West (England)
- Procedure: Open procedure (above threshold)
- Contract period: 8 Sept 2027 to 24 Feb 2028
- Category: Beams (44112700)
From the official notice
Kier Infrastructure intends to engage experienced and qualified bridge installation contractors for the erection of Carleton Underpass on Scheme 2 of the A66 Northern Transpennine Project. The scope is for the installation of pre-cast concrete beams and the ancillary works. 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 Keltbray. The A66 project is to be delivered in collaboration by three Tier 1 contractors, Balfour Beatty, Kier and Keltbray. 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 [removed] with your company's portfolio, relevant experience, and references for further evaluation.
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 5 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £10m.
Who can apply?
Any supplier that meets the buyer's requirements can apply. Check the official notice for conditions.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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