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S30049 A38 Derby Junction Designing Validation Works

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED

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29 Jan 2026 at 20:39

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by National Highways Limited focused on the project titled "S30049 A38 Derby Junction Designing Validation Works," which falls under the industry category of development consultancy services. The procurement method used was selective, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract award stage was completed on 27th January 2026, with an active award to Arcadis Consulting UK Limited, covering regions including the United Kingdom and various overseas territories. The tendering phase ended on 16th January 2026, and the contract period spans from 27th January to 31st May 2026. The total contract value awarded is £452,132.49.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in providing consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in design maturity assessments and digital modelling. Companies experienced in transportation infrastructure projects or those capable of meeting complex design validation needs can leverage this opportunity to expand their portfolio. SMEs may find this contract particularly suitable given the procurement's suitability criteria, further encouraging growth and development in the consultancy market. Collaborating with a large organisation like National Highways Limited could provide strategic business insights and enhance reputation in the infrastructure consultancy sector.

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Notice Title

S30049 A38 Derby Junction Designing Validation Works

Notice Description

Following on from Phase 1 GAP analysis a Detailed assessment of the design maturity to verify that the 3D digital model accurately represents the intended design, highlight and Risk, or gaps to filled before tender or by the oncoming Delivery Partner. Proposed scope detail to Include: - TA Design maturity assessment (design gap analysis) - completion based on information available to date. - PDP DCO and Stage 5 design basis - define what standards etc. - PDP design composition (List down PDP design deliverables used for this assessment) - PDP gap analysis exercise: a. Stage 5 design package completion status (% age complete, what is remaining) b. Stage 5 design package approval status and if approved with comments their significance (minor / major) (i.e. AIP approved, significance of any comments) - Define and list down design changes required post PDP work (i.e. DCO Requirements work partially completed or was not considered) - Define design changes made post PDP work (i.e. Update of Arcadis work from Nov 2024 to date) - Design opportunities / VE identification - Design risks emerging from prior to current scope including risks highlighted through gap analysis exercise Schedule of regular review meeting to monitor progress between National Highways and Arcadis to ensure output is met - Final deliverable to be in a report format, which should include the following items: - Design overview background (This section to include PDP design prior to their termination of contract) - Design maturity, design completeness, design work remaining, and design status report - Update around assurance completed by Arcadis under TA role - Design opportunities / VE identification/Efficiencies - Carbon and biodiversity position - PDP DCO and Stage 5 design basis - define what standards etc - Define design changes made post PDP work (i.e. Update of Arcadis work from Nov 2024 to date) - Define and list down design changes required post PDP work (i.e. DCO Requirements work partially completed or was not considered) - Identify areas around design de-risking ahead of / during procurement for National Highways

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c96782d-d26d-498a-9cd2-9db89fd633b8
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
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£452,132 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
27 Jan 2026 - 31 May 2026 1-6 months
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
National Highways
Contact Email
spats3@nationalhighways.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

ARCADIS CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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