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CWC24124 - BCT A456 Dudley OBC

WOLVERHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL

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28 Apr 2026 at 10:47

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Summary of the contracting process

The City of Wolverhampton Council, acting on behalf of Black Country Transport, has successfully awarded a contract for highways consultancy services related to the A456 corridor, identified for necessary investment by Dudley MBC. The process concluded with the awarding of the contract to Haskoning UK Limited. This procurement, classified under the CPV scheme "71311210 - Highways consultancy services", aimed to appoint a suitable organisation for the Outline Business Case (OBC) for infrastructure enhancements along the A456 corridor in Dudley, bordering Birmingham and Worcestershire. This direct award method facilitated a swift procurement outcome, with the contract commencing on 16th April 2026 and concluding at the end of December 2026.

This contract presents significant opportunity for businesses in the consultancy sector, particularly those specialising in highways and infrastructure development. SMEs may find this sector promising for growth, with Wolverhampton City Council providing a platform for such organisations to engage with substantial government projects. The involvement in projects at this level can establish credibility, extend networks within public sectors, and act as a springboard for future collaborations or contracts within related industry categories. Haskoning UK Limited's success in securing the contract through direct award reflects both capability and strategic alignment with the Council's objectives, suggesting that similar firms in consulting services may benefit from pursuing such business ventures.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CWC24124 - BCT A456 Dudley OBC

Notice Description

City of Wolverhampton Council on behalf of Black Country Transport (BCT) is looking to appoint a suitable organisation to undertake work for the Outline Business Case (OBC) for the A456 corridor. The A456 has been identified by Dudley MBC as a corridor that warrants investment. The A456 sits in the borough of Dudley, close to the border of Birmingham and Worcestershire. It is also close to the M5 Junction 3 near Quinton. Utilising ESPO 664_25 Lot 5

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9cc1ed5d-1bfd-4920-ac2a-c2840c1717be
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71311210 - Highways consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£160,525 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£160,525 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
14 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Apr 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
15 Apr 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 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
WOLVERHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WOLVERHAMPTON
Postcode
WV1 1RL
Post Town
Wolverhampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG39 Wolverhampton
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Wolverhampton
Electoral Ward
St Peters
Westminster Constituency
Wolverhampton West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HASKONING

Further Information

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