Published date: 20 February 2026

Open opportunity - This means that the contract is currently active, and the buying department is looking for potential suppliers to fulfil the contract.


Closing: 9 March 2026, 5pm

Contract summary

Industry

  • Construction work in connection with structures for sports ground - 45212221

  • Repair and maintenance work in connection with sports facilities - 45212290

Location of contract

North West

Value of contract

£200,000

Procurement reference

A66 Northern Trans-Pennine (NTP) - Ullswater Community College Construction & Maintenance

Published date

20 February 2026

Closing date

9 March 2026

Closing time

5pm

Contract start date

3 August 2026

Contract end date

17 August 2026

Contract type

Works

Procedure type

Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold)

Anyone may ask to participate, but only those who are pre-selected will be invited to submit initial tenders and to negotiate.

This procedure can be used for procurements above the relevant contract value threshold.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

No

Description

Kier Transportation are looking to engage experienced and qualified contractors to carry out Earthworks, Drainage, and Maintenance works pertaining to our Ullswater Community College package.

The works include constructing a 106m x 68m natural turf rugby pitch along with associated pitch drainage system located at Ullswater Community College, Penrith. Once the construction of the rugby pitch has been completed, a 12 month maintenance period will also be undertaken by the chosen contractor before handing over to the client.

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 Aureos.

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 Transportationprocurement@kier.co.uk with your company's portfolio, relevant experience, and references for further evaluation.

How to apply

Follow the instructions given in the description or the more information section.

About the buyer

Address

2nd Floor Optimum House
SALFORD
M503XP
England

Email

transportationprocurement@kier.co.uk