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THRE0007 - Infrastructure Efficiency and Engineering Team Technical Advisors

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfTc) has awarded a contract titled "THRE0007 - Infrastructure Efficiency and Engineering Team Technical Advisors." This contract, classified under "Infrastructure works consultancy services" with the CPV code 71311300, involves consultancy services across regions including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period spans from 27th November 2023 to 26th October 2026, with the award value totalling £750,000. The procurement process has progressed to the award stage, with Costain Limited and Ove Arup & Partners Limited identified as suppliers. The contract aims to provide consultancy services related to infrastructure efficiency and engineering.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in infrastructure consultancy, particularly those established as small to medium enterprises (SMEs), as the procurement specifically considers these types of businesses as suitable contenders. Organisations with expertise in engineering and infrastructure efficiency are well-positioned to provide competitive bids, potentially leading to new partnerships and expansion into diverse geographical markets supported by the contract's widespread location coverage. This procurement not only provides financial growth but also allows businesses to strengthen their portfolio in public sector consultancy. Suppliers like Costain Limited and Ove Arup & Partners Limited, with established reputations, set a benchmark for potential participants aiming to penetrate or expand their presence in governmental contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

THRE0007 - Infrastructure Efficiency and Engineering Team Technical Advisors

Notice Description

Infrastructure Efficiency and Engineering Team Technical Advisors Contract Extenson

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62f2c804-9a41-4667-b33e-ae4a96a962f8
Current Stage
Award
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Sep 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Nov 20232 years ago
Contract Period
27 Nov 2023 - 26 Oct 2026 2-3 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
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
star3-framework@dft.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

COSTAIN

OVE ARUP & PARTNERS

Further Information

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