ITS WORLD CONGRESS 2027 - COMMUNICATION SUPPORT

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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15 Jun 2026 at 10:37

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "ITS WORLD CONGRESS 2027 - COMMUNICATION SUPPORT" was overseen by the West Midlands Combined Authority. This contract pertains to the industry category of transport systems consultancy services and telecommunication consultancy services, with events located in Birmingham, South Korea, and Istanbul. The procurement stage is concluded, with the award tagged as active and the contract awarded to PH Initiatives Ltd. The procurement method employed was selective, executed through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 16th March 2026, and the contract period spans from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027, covering strategic communication support for major international events.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in communication and consultancy services. It is especially suited for SMEs, as indicated by its procurement inclusivity. Businesses with expertise in handling large-scale, international projects might find this an attractive prospect for growth, given the events' prominence and international reach. Moreover, leveraging such high-profile projects could bolster a company's portfolio and credentials within the consultancy and communication sectors. The contract's substantial budget of £54,000 further underpins its potential impact on business expansion.

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Notice Title

ITS WORLD CONGRESS 2027 - COMMUNICATION SUPPORT

Notice Description

Consultancy services for the provision of lead communication support for WMCA and the UK at ITSEC 2026 Istanbul, ITSWC 2026 South Korea and ITSWC 2027 Birmingham events.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4960221c-9cb5-4885-a05a-70bda54de65a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9afe8962-9c53-4767-9b90-36551e53a728
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

71316000 - Telecommunication consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£54,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£54,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2027 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
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PH INITIATIVES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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