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CWC26093 - BCT A4123 Design Support

WOLVERHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL

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22 Jul 2026 at 16:20

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process titled "CWC26093 - BCT A4123 Design Support" was completed by Wolverhampton City Council on behalf of Black Country Transport. This contract, part of a major project portfolio, required highways consultancy services, specifically technical design support for the A4123, utilising the Midland Highways Alliance PSP4 Lot 2 Framework. The procurement method used was a direct award, valued at £120,889.60, with Waterman Aspen being the successful supplier. The procurement process reached the award stage, with the award notice published on 22 July 2026 and the contract active from 13 July 2026 to 9 July 2027. The services will be delivered in the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in highways consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in technical design and early contractor involvement schemes. The contract's direct award method highlights the importance of strong pre-existing relationships and industry reputation in securing similar future opportunities. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the capability to offer specialised consultancy services could benefit from engaging in such projects and potentially accessing the Midland Highways Alliance frameworks. This contract serves as an entry into ongoing transport infrastructure projects, providing growth and networking opportunities in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CWC26093 - BCT A4123 Design Support

Notice Description

City of Wolverhampton Council on behalf of Black Country Transport are seeking Design Support for the A4123. As part of the BCT team's major project portfolio, technical design expertise is required to support the A4123 project manager with the detailed design and early contractor involvement scheme development. Utilising Midland Highways Alliance PSP4 Lot 2 Framework

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bcfdd907-efe9-4307-874c-76ed48b7b083
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
£120,889 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£120,889 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jul 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
12 Jul 2026 - 9 Jul 2027 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

WATERMAN ASPEN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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