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WCC20262545 Professional Services Short Contract for Highways Engineer for Key Projects 2026-2027

WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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09 Apr 2026 at 12:25

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Summary of the contracting process

Worcestershire County Council has successfully completed the procurement process for the "WCC20262545 Professional Services Short Contract for Highways Engineer for Key Projects 2026-2027". This contract falls under the industry category of highways consultancy services, specifically within the West Midlands region of the United Kingdom. The contracting stage is currently in the Award phase, with the contract having been awarded to MATCHTECH GROUP (UK) LIMITED on 27th March 2026. The procurement was conducted through a selective process, part of a call-off from the Midlands Highway Alliance Professional Services Partnership framework. The contract period is set from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027, with a total contract value of £64,040 GBP.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in temporary and professional staffing or project management within the infrastructure sector. Firms with expertise in transportation infrastructure and public space management could find this project particularly suitable as it involves planning, designing, building, and managing critical public realm projects. The emphasis on enhancing mobility, safety, and economic vitality underscores the project's potential impact on the community's long-term interests, offering a unique platform for firms looking to expand their portfolio in public sector infrastructure projects.

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Notice Title

WCC20262545 Professional Services Short Contract for Highways Engineer for Key Projects 2026-2027

Notice Description

For the provision of Temporary and Professional Staff and Secondments to undertake the project management and commissioning for a number of Major Projects for Worcestershire County Council within the E&I Directorate. The purpose of the Key Projects and Public Realm team is to plan, design, build, and manage critical transportation infrastructure and public space enhancements that serves the public interest. This service acts as the organiser and manager of Capitally funded public highway projects that enhance mobility, safety, and economic vitality while serving the community's long-term interests. Awarded via Midlands Highway Alliance Professional Services Partnership (Lot 2 Secondment)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0599f256-f025-4f75-92e6-240c417b7665
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ea67c6c-6d02-4cc5-a89a-acc8a68c7f6f
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71311210 - Highways consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£64,040 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£64,040 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
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
WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WORCESTER
Postcode
WR5 2NP
Post Town
Worcester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Worcester
Electoral Ward
Nunnery
Westminster Constituency
Worcester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MATCHTECH GROUP (UK

Further Information

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