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Update of Departures Manual

HIGHWAYS ENGLAND

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26 Aug 2021 at 07:39

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Update of Departures Manual" is being conducted by Highways England, focused on the services sector, specifically under research and development services. The project is located in the South East of the United Kingdom. This tender is currently in the Award stage, having reached completion. The contract values £54,167 and commenced on 26th August 2021, with a contract end date of 31st March 2022. The procurement method used was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement, and the tender period concluded on 13th August 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy and research services, particularly those with expertise in highway construction standards and governance. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this contract suitable, especially if they have a background in transportation infrastructure. Companies that can demonstrate innovative approaches to regulatory compliance and cost reduction in highway projects are particularly well-positioned to compete in this procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Update of Departures Manual

Notice Description

The departure from standards process is a key aspect of the 'added value' delivery of trunk road works and supports the technical governance aspects of the Road Investment Strategy. It provides: - a structured means of ensuring discharge of Highways England's legal and statutory responsibilities under health and safety, and highway legislation is maintained. - supporting evidence to drive improvements in highways construction and maintenance standards and guidance, locking in cost reductions Departures from Standard are considered in circumstances where there is little practical alternative except at disproportionately high construction cost, whole life cost, delays, environmental impact, effect on programme, etc. This project and Stage 1, 2, 3, 4a and 4b which preceded it are aligned with a suite of Projects which are undertaking the review of the DMRB, MCHW and the implementation of the Technical Standards Enterprise System (TSES).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b9ffec59-e03b-496a-89eb-e73db94810a3
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

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£54,167 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£54,167 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Aug 20214 years ago
Contract Period
25 Aug 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 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
HIGHWAYS ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B1 1RN
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
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WSP

Further Information

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