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Architectural Gantries Detailed Design Phase 2

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED

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21 Jan 2026 at 13:55

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process titled "Architectural Gantries Detailed Design Phase 2" has reached the award stage, facilitated by National Highways Limited, based in Birmingham, England. The service, classified under CPV code 71220000 for Architectural design services, is focused on the Lower Thames Crossing project. The procurement was conducted using a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £2,968,831, has been awarded to AtkinsRealis PPS Limited, with the project locations specified in the East of England and London. The contract began on 14th January 2026, with an expected completion date of 31st August 2027. The tender was notably completed on 23rd December 2025.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in architectural and design services, particularly those with expertise in infrastructure projects. Firms that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would find this type of tender especially suited to their capabilities. By participating in such tenders, businesses can expand their portfolios, enhance credibility in large-scale projects, and establish partnerships with prominent organisations like National Highways Limited. This project is a prime example of how infrastructure developments offer avenues for businesses to achieve substantial growth and industry recognition.

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Notice Title

Architectural Gantries Detailed Design Phase 2

Notice Description

Delivery of the detailed design for the full gantry family of the MS4, Short Span Cantilever, Long Span Cantilever and Portal Gantries for the Lower Thames Crossing project as part of National Highways.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0b40101c-2fca-4dab-9311-1c256219ad4d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5c40d07-3e8d-49eb-a731-d748d6f25255
Current Stage
Award
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71220000 - Architectural design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,968,831 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,968,831 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
14 Jan 2026 - 31 Aug 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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
TLI London

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ATKINSREALIS PPS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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