Scope
Reference
PRO 21772
Description
This tender opportunity has been issued by National Highways who are seeking to award a Contract to a single supplier for the provision of Gantry Aerodynamic Wind Tunnel Testing to be deployed on to the Lower Thames Crossing (LTC) project. The successful tenderer will provide subject matter expertise, computational analysis and specialist aerodynamic testing facilities to undertake virtual and physical structural performance testing that can replicate the aerodynamic behaviours of the strategic road network.
The Lower Thames Crossing (LTC) is a new road to better connect Essex and Kent through a tunnel beneath the River Thames. Our purpose is to drive a change in how we deliver - connecting people to jobs, businesses to opportunities, leaving a skills legacy for the local community and championing biodiversity and low-carbon construction.
Total value (estimated)
- £500,000 excluding VAT
- £600,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 March 2026 to 26 February 2027
- Possible extension to 29 February 2028
- 2 years
Description of possible extension:
As detailed in the contract, there is an option to extend up to a further 12 months.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services
- 71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services
- 71632000 - Technical testing services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
As per PSQ
Technical ability conditions of participation
As per PSQ and tender documentation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
24 November 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
8 December 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Submission via National Highways eSourcing Portal as per IfT.
Please copy and paste the below link into your browser to access the eSourcing Portal.
https://nationalhighways.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/esop/ogc-host/public/nationalhighways/web/login.jst
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
3 February 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical | As per IfT |
Quality | 70% |
| Commercial | As per Commercial Workbook |
Price | 30% |
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
National Highways
- Companies House: 09346363
Bridge House, 1 Walnut Tree Close
Guildford
GU1 4LZ
United Kingdom
Region: UKJ25 - West Surrey
Organisation type: Public authority - central government