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1-920 Improving Variable Speed Limits (VSLs) - Synchronising roadworks hard signage and VSLs

HIGHWAYS ENGLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Highways England, involves the tender titled "1-920 Improving Variable Speed Limits (VSLs) - Synchronising roadworks hard signage and VSLs". This initiative falls within the services sector, specifically targeting research and development and related consultancy services. Located in Birmingham, England, the tender period ended on 9th August 2019, with the contract period running from 9th August 2019 to 31st March 2020. The method of procurement was selective, conducted as a call-off from a framework agreement, with a total contract value of £150,000.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses focused on transport consultancy, infrastructure development, and traffic management services, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Successful improvement of variable speed limits can enhance customer experience on the roads, thus creating a demand for innovative solutions and services in this area. Companies well-versed in customer engagement strategies and operational improvements in traffic systems would be particularly well-suited to participate in future tenders of this nature.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

1-920 Improving Variable Speed Limits (VSLs) - Synchronising roadworks hard signage and VSLs

Notice Description

Due to continued customer dissatisfaction with VSLs, as indicated by customer insight and complaints, a comprehensive review of VSLs was commissioned by Highways England in August 2018. Based on the findings and ongoing work already underway across the business to improve VSLs, a prioritised programme of current and proposed improvements was outlined. These were prioritised by customer impact (the frequency of which the VSLs are set and associated customer dissatisfaction) and deliverability (timescales and cost). The review, its findings and proposed programme of improvements is supported by the CEO and forms part of the corporate Customer Service Plans for 2018-19 and 2019-20. This project will address a key recommended improvement. The outcomes of this work will be used to improve our knowledge, work instructions and operational procedures in order to improve the appropriateness of variable speed limits so that customers experience: Improved journey time (measured by time saved in hours per day). Increased satisfaction with VSLs. Improved driver behaviour and potentially safety, as compliance to VSLs improves.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4b0c0f04-2b56-45e9-a3c9-3fb85c67c58c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec176024-c0bb-4b35-b97c-32435df51a19
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jan 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Aug 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Sep 20196 years ago
Contract Period
5 Sep 2019 - 31 Mar 2020 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
HIGHWAYS ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B1 1RN
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
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARUP

Further Information

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