Award

Chief Economist

O F W A T

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28 Jan 2026 at 16:25

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process facilitated by O F W A T involved awarding a contract for the role of Chief Economist, classified under construction economics services (CPV code 71321100). The contract, valued at £160,000, encompasses services within England and Wales. The procurement method was a direct, single tender action below threshold, culminating in the award stage on 28th January 2026. The contract period spans from 1st February 2026 to 31st December 2026. The procurement primarily targets services, and it is not specifically suitable for SMEs or VCSEs.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in economic consultancy services, particularly those experienced with construction-related economic analysis. Companies like 4D Economics Ltd, which was awarded the contract, would be well-suited to compete, as they likely possess the necessary expertise and capacity to deliver within the outlined timeframe and budget. The focus on direct procurement suggests opportunities for close collaboration with the buyer and potential for future engagements with public sector entities seeking specialised economic services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Chief Economist

Notice Description

Interim Chief Economist Role

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-313634e3-4b5c-4d0e-b3bc-653c33fba479
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2085b91a-a886-4e22-bcae-5abfa4e29b18
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71321100 - Construction economics services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 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
O F W A T
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B5 4UA
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

4D ECONOMICS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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