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S30042 MP Simister Island Travel Choice Support

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED

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17 Dec 2025 at 08:22

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Summary of the contracting process

National Highways Limited has awarded a contract focused on improving travel choice during the construction phases of major roadworks in Greater Manchester, specifically around the M60 Simister Island and A57 Link Road schemes. The project, titled "S30042 MP Simister Island Travel Choice Support," falls within the industry category of Development Consultancy Services (CPV code: 73220000) and aims to develop bespoke communication activities to minimise delays and enhance customer satisfaction during construction. The award was made to Ove Arup on 17th December 2025, with the contract commencing on the same day and lasting until 31st March 2026. This procurement process, executed selectively through a framework agreement, involved a tendering period ending on 13th November 2025, with the buyer committed to £100,000 in services across various global locations including the UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in communication strategy development, particularly those serving large infrastructure projects. SMEs which can offer innovative solutions to reduce congestion and improve journey experiences during roadworks would be well-suited to compete in similar procurement processes. While the current contract has been awarded, understanding the requirements and challenges inherent in such projects could guide businesses in tailoring their services to future tenders. Being aware of National Highways Limited's priorities in these regions could help businesses position themselves favourably for services related to customer engagement and communication enhancements during infrastructure development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

S30042 MP Simister Island Travel Choice Support

Notice Description

Design and develop bespoke communication activities to support a reduction in actual delay during construction phases of the M60 Simister Island and A57 Link Road schemes, relative to the forecasted disruption. Within Greater Manchester, the A57 Link Road scheme around Mottram, and the M60 J18 Simister Island free-flow junction scheme are due for construction during Roads Period 3 (2026-2031). During their respective construction phases, there are forecasted delays both individually and potentially concurrently which may result in cumulative impacts for customers and communities. From a customer perspective, the number of journeys through these two junctions are significant and are a blend of commuter, leisure and business travel plus significant freight movements, especially for Simister Island. This task will be about developing relevant and bespoke communications activities for different key customer audiences, to minimise predicted congestion and maintain customer satisfaction as best as possible during the roadworks phases. The two schemes will have stakeholder engagement plans and communication activities planned as 'business as usual', and this task will be about additional, innovative and targeted activities. This project is listed in our Customer Experience Division Portfolio business case for 25/26. This project aims to meet the needs of all users and providing fast and reliable journey times and reduce delay during roadworks (PI). Our Customer Service Strategy also sets out how we will cater for all our customers and support an improvement in customer journey experience. Travel choice activities will play a key role in enhancing the travel experience throughout the delivery phase of these major works.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0d9b3107-1698-4203-aee7-94dc11ba30c8
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8dc679b-7c91-4e90-a1d6-5c96dfd0bdfd
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
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
£58,378 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
17 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 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
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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