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Project Planner Metro

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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19 May 2026 at 15:57

Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Combined Authority, based in Birmingham, has completed the procurement process for the tender titled "Project Planner Metro," which falls under the industry category of business and management consultancy services. This process employed a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender's total value was GBP 95,550, covering services in the West Midlands area of the United Kingdom. Key dates included the tender period ending on 1st February 2026, with the contract active from 2nd March 2026 to 30th September 2026. The contract was awarded to Matchtech Group Limited, and the award was announced on 19th May 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for large-scale businesses that specialise in project planning within the consultancy sector, particularly those with expertise in metro systems. The project not only stands as a substantial financial venture but also offers a chance to build a long-term partnership with a major regional authority. However, it was noted that the procurement was not specifically suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE). Successful participation in such tenders can enhance business credentials and facilitate potential future collaborations with public bodies.

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Notice Title

Project Planner Metro

Notice Description

Project Planner for Metro

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c1037f4-2617-4f73-8e7d-afb92a959d0a
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£95,550 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£95,550 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Feb 20263 months ago
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 6-12 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
WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B19 3SD
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
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MATCHTECH GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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