Tender

Cost Planning Service Provider 2021 framework

HIGHWAYS ENGLAND

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Tender

08 Mar 2021 at 20:01

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Highways England seeking to establish a new framework for the Cost Planning Service Provider for 2021, which is designed to provide essential cost estimating services for various road projects across the UK. This tender falls under the services category, with a total value of £4,900,000. It is currently in the active tender stage, with submissions due by 9 April 2021. The chosen service providers will assist in delivering detailed cost plans crucial for funding approvals throughout the project lifecycle. The contract period will commence on 18 May 2021 and conclude on 17 November 2023, covering numerous regions across the United Kingdom.

This opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses specialised in cost estimation and project management within the infrastructure sector. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, as the procurement method is open, allowing for a wider array of bidders. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in project and design preparation, alongside a strong understanding of the UK's Road Investment Strategy, will be advantageous in this competitive tender landscape. This framework's establishment could lead to ongoing partnerships and projects related to road infrastructure, thus expanding business horizons.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cost Planning Service Provider 2021 framework

Notice Description

Highways England is replacing its current Cost Planning Service Provider framework, which provides cost estimating services for road projects. The Cost Planning function is responsible for delivering cost planning services which ensures that the business has detailed cost information to make properly informed business decisions and that governance is maintained. The cost plans prepared by the CP team are used to approve funding at various stages of the project lifecycle. All major programme budgets and funding approvals are informed by cost plans produced by the Cost Planning function. This procurement seeks to bolster the in-house Cost Planning resources. The framework seeks to appoint 3 service providers to deliver cost plans for projects in the UK Government's Road Investment Strategy over a 30 month period. Additional information: How to Express Interest in this Tender: 1. Register for a free account at https://highways.bravosolution.co.uk 2. Click the 'ITTs Open To All Suppliers' link. (These are Invitations to Tender (ITT) open to any registered supplier). Click on the relevant ITT to access the content. Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page. This will move the ITT into your 'My ITTs' page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only) You can now access any attachments by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'ITT Details' box 3. Click 'My Response' under 'ITT Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining). You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with Highways England and seek any clarification. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the ITT. There may be a mixture of online & offline actions for you to perform. You must then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. If you require any further assistance please consult the online help, or contact the eTendering help desk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-23a56545-bcbe-416f-87f0-06136d33d52e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec561f10-a31b-49bf-9deb-db767da33eda
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71242000 - Project and design preparation, estimation of costs

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,900,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 May 2021 - 17 Nov 2023 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HIGHWAYS ENGLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
james.mayer@highwaysengland.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 2WD
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Further Information

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