Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13d1f-156b-7356-819f-7756156ceb7f/a66-northern-trans-pennine-ntp-earthworks-for-ucc-incl-reinforced-earth-reta closed GB restricted procedure Suitable for SMEs # A66 Northern Trans-Pennine (NTP) - Earthworks for UCC incl Reinforced Earth Retaining Wall [Kier Transportation Limited](https://tendernation.io/buyers/kier-transportation-limited) Estimated value £100,000 Published 8 Jan 2026 Deadline Closed 27 Jan 2026 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Kier Transportation are looking to engage an experienced and qualified contractor to carry out works pertaining to an enablement earthworks package including retaining wall at the Ullswater Community College on the A66 NTP. This work will create the space to allow the Main Contractor to construct the Kemplay Junction. 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 with your company's portfolio, relevant experience, and references for further evaluation. ## CPV classification Excavating and earthmoving work Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/98126d01-58f2-4614-8974-2e610a5fb825) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. [Track tenders free](https://tendernation.io/register) [Buyer profile Kier Transportation Limited: past awards and live tenders](https://tendernation.io/buyers/kier-transportation-limited) [Sector More Construction work tenders](https://tendernation.io/sectors/construction-work) ## More tenders like this [Tender for the construction of NEW playpark at riverside walk, dromore · Fermanagh and Omagh District Council · 22 days left · 11 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15a0a-9d8a-726a-b85d-592434703f14/tender-for-the-construction-of-new-playpark-at-riverside-walk-dromore) [The Harlington Refurbishment And Remodelling · Fleet Town Council · 32 days left · 21 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15a0a-9edb-71f1-a0dd-a39cb05f9321/the-harlington-refurbishment-and-remodelling) [Boiler Replacement Scheme · West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Authority · 59 days left · 18 Dec 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a1599c-ca0f-7129-83ab-7f5da966bec5/boiler-replacement-scheme) [Building Repairs & Maintenance Lot 1 Electrical Lot 2 Mechanical · Derbyshire Dales District Council · 40 days left · 29 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15934-2662-73b5-8d63-abd6e1946ccd/building-repairs-maintenance-lot-1-electrical-lot-2-mechanical) [Repairs and Maintenance of Derbyshire Dales District Council Buildings, Lot 1 Electrical, Lot 2 Mechanical · Derbyshire Dales District Council · 41 days left · 30 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a1599c-cc30-708e-a64f-c24f3506b98b/repairs-and-maintenance-of-derbyshire-dales-district-council-buildings-lot-1-el) [CA18585 - ITT Repair and replacement works to whole site drainage system · Diocese of Norwich Education and Academies Trust · 39 days left · 27 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a1594a-591e-7334-8085-35e92dcd67f8/ca18585-itt-repair-and-replacement-works-to-whole-site-drainage-system)