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ORT0060A Tunnel Specification Authoring Package A

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS

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30 Jul 2025 at 12:11

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12 Mar 2024 at 15:30

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Summary of the contracting process

National Highways has concluded the procurement process for the "ORT0060A Tunnel Specification Authoring Package A," focusing on IT software packages within the services industry category. The procurement was managed through a selective method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement. Located in Guildford, England, National Highways has engaged OVE ARUP & PARTNERS, a large-scale supplier based in Newcastle Upon Tyne. The contracting stage is complete, with an award issued on 9th August 2023. The contract spans from 10th August 2023 to 10th August 2026, covering multiple regions including the United Kingdom and Europe, with a value amounting to £1,810,021.63.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in IT software and solutions, particularly those capable of servicing large-scale projects. While the procurement was not deemed suitable for SMEs or voluntary, community, and social enterprises, companies adept in providing comprehensive IT packages may find significant growth potential. Engaging in such public procurement contracts can foster long-term collaboration with national organisations and potentially expand market presence across diverse geographical regions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ORT0060A Tunnel Specification Authoring Package A

Notice Description

Tunnel Specification Authoring Package A

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3b9150b9-7580-4a0c-8d75-b2ef63af12a5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdf555fb-4290-4bdb-b35c-598e59189ac0
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

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48517000 - IT software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,810,021 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,310,021 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Aug 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Aug 20232 years ago
Contract Period
9 Aug 2023 - 10 Aug 2026 3-4 years
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
NATIONAL HIGHWAYS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GUILDFORD
Postcode
GU1 4LZ
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Guildford
Electoral Ward
Stoke
Westminster Constituency
Guildford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OVE ARUP & PARTNERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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