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: 6 March 2026, 12pm

Contract summary

Industry

  • Sheet piling - 44212410

Location of contract

CA10 1XQ

Value of contract

£5,000

Procurement reference

A66 - Sheet Piles

Published date

20 February 2026

Closing date

6 March 2026

Closing time

12pm

Contract start date

20 April 2026

Contract end date

24 April 2028

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

1. Overview
The works comprise the supply and installation of steel sheet piling to support temporary and permanent structures across the A66 NTP Project, BBA Section 3b.

2. Detailed Scope
2.1 Supply of Materials
The Contractor shall supply:
• Steel sheet piles in various profile sizes, complete with corrosion protection and cut to length requirements.
2.2 Installation of Sheet Piles
The Contractor shall undertake:
• Pile installation works including driving, vibration, pre drilling, cutting, interlock connections, tie rods, waling and bracing systems.
• Removal of sheet piles upon completion of works.
2.3 Associated Works
The Contractor shall complete associated activities including:
• Pile guide frames
• Dewatering screens
• Structural support components
2.4 Pre Construction & Site Activities
Activities include:
• Mobilisation and site establishment
• Setting out
• QA testing
• Preparation of record drawings and certification
2.5 Coordination Requirements
The Contractor shall coordinate with related project disciplines including foundations, drainage and earthworks teams.
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3. Standards & Compliance
All works must be carried out in accordance with:
• BD 21/01
• National Highways Specification
• Relevant BS/EN/Eurocode standards
• CDM Regulations

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4. Key Supplier Requirements
The Contractor must:
• Demonstrate capability to manage CDM and SHES risks
• Provide method statements, vibration and noise mitigation plans
• Coordinate closely with Temporary Works Designers
• Collaborate with the Balfour Beatty site and engineering teams
• Submit all required QA documentation, including testing and certification evidence
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5. Procurement & Delivery Model (Informational Context Only)
A competitive tender process will be conducted to select a single supply and install partner for consistency, scalability and value.
(You can exclude this section if you only need the technical scope.)
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6. Risks & Mitigation - Contractor Responsibilities
The Contractor shall support risk management in areas including:
• Early award and resource confirmation to reduce over commitment risks
• Managing vibration and settlement risks through pre condition surveys and real time monitoring
• Mitigating design or construction clashes through integrated design reviews and 3D coordination
• Minimising traffic management delays via advanced planning and flexible work slots
• Managing steel/fuel cost volatility through early procurement and index linked pricing mechanisms
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7. Deliverables
The Contractor shall provide:
• Complete installation of specified sheet piling works
• Full QA documentation including test results and certification
• As built / record drawings


How to apply

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


About the buyer

Contact name

Hannah Tuckley

Address

5 Churchill Pl
London
E145HU
England

Telephone

07395 881 614

Email

A66expressionofinterest@balfourbeatty.com