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S30075c Third Generation South West Regional Traffic Model Build

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED

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19 May 2026 at 12:28

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Summary of the contracting process

National Highways Limited has recently completed the procurement process for the "S30075c Third Generation South West Regional Traffic Model Build," focusing on development consultancy services under the industry category of road traffic modelling. The procurement, summarised under the CPV code 73220000, involves updating traffic models to include post-COVID travel behaviours, crucial for accurate investment planning. Based in Birmingham, England, National Highways conducted this process as a call-off from a framework agreement with a budget of £575,000. The procurement method was selective, with the tender period concluding on 25th March 2026, and the contract active from 19th May 2026 through to 31st March 2028. The award was made to Ove Arup & Partners Limited, a large-scale engineering firm.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses in the consultancy sector, especially those involved in transport and infrastructure modelling. Companies equipped with expertise in developing and updating traffic models can engage in this realm, leveraging the rising demand for modernised modelling frameworks that align with current travel trends. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) could also find success if they offer innovative solutions or collaborate with larger firms like Ove Arup & Partners Limited to enhance project deliveries and improve their market reach. The model's update has substantial implications for regional and national traffic management strategies, thereby influencing a wide spectrum of consultancy prospects.

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Notice Title

S30075c Third Generation South West Regional Traffic Model Build

Notice Description

The existing traffic models have delivered significant efficiency savings for National Highways by accelerating traffic modelling and economic appraisal across Project Control Framework PCF schemes and have been fundamental in underpinning the RIS2 and RIS3 business cases. However, the current models are based on 2019 travel patterns and, despite producing forecasts to 2061, no longer accurately reflect post COVID changes in travel behaviour. This project is therefore critical to update the baseline year to 2025 and produce a refreshed set of forecasts, ensuring the evidence base remains robust, credible and fit for purpose. Delivered as part of the Road Traffic Modelling (RTM) programme, the project focuses on the development of the third generation South West Regional Traffic Model (SWRTM3), updating the existing SWRTM2 model. The refreshed models will provide a stronger evidential foundation for existing and emerging use cases and support effective investment decision making, with appointed consultants expected to work collaboratively across the RTM3 programme to ensure consistency and coherence of the national modelling framework.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7d1214c4-8235-4825-877d-7174874f1513
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, VCSE
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
£575,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£575,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
25 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
18 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 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 LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6GA
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

OVE ARUP & PARTNERS

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