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T0690 Product Certification Implementation Phase 2

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS

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29 Jul 2025 at 13:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process titled "T0690 Product Certification Implementation Phase 2" has been initiated and awarded to WSP UK LTD by National Highways, based in Birmingham, England. This procurement falls under the industry category of development consultancy services. The project aims to strengthen product certification processes in line with regulatory changes prompted by the Grenfell Tower Inquiry. The contract, starting on 23rd July 2025 and concluding on 31st March 2027, is applicable across various locations including the UK and other specified territories. The procurement method was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and the process is in the award stage as of 29th July 2025.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses aiming to collaborate with National Highways in enhancing construction product assurance. Large-scale companies with a focus on consultancy services, particularly in product certification and regulatory compliance, would significantly benefit from engaging in this project. With an awarded contract value of £239,133.60, there is potential for business growth and the opportunity to be part of a major regulatory alignment initiative, offering promising prospects for entities capable of meeting stringent accreditation and oversight requirements. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) could also find entry points in supporting roles, leveraging their specialised skills and offering targeted solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

T0690 Product Certification Implementation Phase 2

Notice Description

Phase 1 of the Product Certification Review (completed in March 2025) provided an independent assessment of the "as-is" state of product certification/acceptance regime used by National Highways. It confirmed long-standing issues such as limited oversight and data on compliance, and uncertainties in how contractors verify product conformity. These findings reinforced the need for improvements to the system. In parallel, the Grenfell Tower Inquiry's Phase 2 report and subsequent government initiatives have called for stronger regulation of construction products. The government's Construction Products Reform agenda (e.g. the 2025 Green Paper) signals impending changes such as a single construction products regulator, stricter accreditation of certifiers, mandatory competency requirements, and enhanced accountability for product safety. National Highways must proactively align its own product acceptance procedures with these evolving regulatory expectations to uphold safety and avoid the failures witnessed in tragedies like Grenfell. National Highways also remains committed to its obligations under its Technical Regulation Protocol to update the Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works (MCHW) ensuring that product certification schemes requirements in the MCHW are upheld against accredited bodies. By undertaking Phase 2, National Highways intends to implement a programme of improvements that will close the gaps identified in Phase 1, meet new regulatory requirements, and ultimately strengthen the assurance that all products used on the network are safe, compliant, and fit for purpose.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-05258dfa-c4b8-4eac-9456-45efb33ffff3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c3de3d6-f901-4476-a2b5-2932c73c212c
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73220000 - Development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£239,133 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
22 Jul 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL HIGHWAYS
Contact Name
National Highways
Contact Email
spats2@nationalhighways.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B1 1RN
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WSP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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