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Secondment of Waterman Aspen Staff under the MHA Framework

STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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01 May 2026 at 10:30

Summary of the contracting process

Staffordshire County Council has completed a procurement process involving the secondment of Waterman Aspen staff under the Midlands Highways Alliance PSP4 framework. The procurement, tagged as an award stage and initiated as a tender, focuses on infrastructure works consultancy services within the West Midlands, UK. The process uses a selective procurement method via a direct award, stipulating call-off from the framework agreement. Key dates include the tender period ending on 27th April 2026, and the contract period spanning from 26th May 2026 to 30th November 2026. This award, valued at £53,005.44, highlights the involvement of the primary supplier, Waterman Aspen Ltd.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialized in consultancy services related to infrastructure works, especially those already engaged in or entering framework agreements. The procurement, supporting both SMEs and VCSEs, offers a conducive environment for organisations providing temporary professional staff and secondments. Businesses well-versed in delivery across regional infrastructure projects might find this sector-specific engagement advantageous for showcasing expertise and expanding their portfolio in a competitive procurement landscape. Engaging in such frameworks can foster long-term growth and establish a foothold in the public sector marketplace.

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Notice Title

Secondment of Waterman Aspen Staff under the MHA Framework

Notice Description

This is a direct award from the compliant Midlands Highways Alliance PSP4 framework agreement where Waterman Aspen sit as the primary rank 1 supplier for Lot 2 Temporary Professional Staff & Secondments. The award process is via a direct award in accordance with the PSP4 instructions. Additional information: THIS IS NOT A CONTRACT OPPORTUNITY. THIS IS A CONTRACT AWARD

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-02ea1cbc-9603-4441-9a49-d7058ad3b65e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/381e3cd1-1339-4f57-890b-df7bc3d579b5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£53,005 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£53,005 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
25 May 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STAFFORD
Postcode
ST16 2DH
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Stafford
Electoral Ward
Forebridge
Westminster Constituency
Stafford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WATERMAN ASPEN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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