# A66 Northern Trans Pennine Project\(NTP\) - Carleton Underpass Structure \(Precast Concrete Beams\)

> Tender notice from UK public-sector procurement sources.

## Key facts

- Public buyer: [KIER TRANSPORTATION LIMITED](/buyers/kier-transportation-limited/contract-awards)
- Tender value: £10,000,000
- Published: 15 October 2026
- Planned start: 8 September 2027
- Planned end: 24 February 2028
- Stage: open_tender
- Procurement category: works
- Notice ID: 4c524e77-8367-468b-8207-d0ec14413839-917954
- OCID: ocds-b5fd17-13509e61-6f75-4b1f-9629-849d795ce5db

## Description

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

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## Source

[View the original notice on Contracts Finder](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c524e77-8367-468b-8207-d0ec14413839-917954)