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04 Aug 2026 at 08:48

Summary of the contracting process

Wolverhampton City Council, on behalf of Black Country Transport, has completed the procurement process titled "CWC26074 - BCT A454 Commercial Management." This process involves the provision of Commercial Management Support for the A454 Phases 1&2 major scheme, aiming to ensure proper oversight and delivery of the ECI contract. The procurement falls under the "Highways consultancy services" category and was executed through a direct award method, utilising the Midland Highways Alliance PSP4 Lot 2 Framework. Key dates include the awarding on 23rd July 2026, with the contract running from 24th July 2026 to 31st May 2027, focused in the United Kingdom. The total contract value is £158,551.68 GBP.

This contract presents an opportunity for growth for businesses specialising in highways consultancy services, particularly those with capabilities in Commercial Management. Ideal contenders include SMEs that can deliver within the service scope outlined and meet the technical needs for infrastructure project oversight. Engaging in such contracts could enhance the business profile and expand opportunities within the public sector for suitable organisations.

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Notice Title

CWC26074 - BCT A454 Commercial Management

Notice Description

City of Wolverhampton Council on behalf of Black Country Transport is seeking an organisation to provide Commercial Management Support. The purpose is to address the immediate need for Commercial Management supervision on the A454 Phases 1&2 major scheme in the Black Country Transport portfolio. The team does not have this technical expertise and the procurement of this will ensure that the ECI contract is delivered correctly and provides value for money. Utilising Midland Highways Alliance PSP4 Lot 2 Framework

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-52faefb5-3682-4939-860a-5d0c81f61767
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9316adba-cb19-4524-94c7-e38cb0a949a7
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
£158,551 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£158,551 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
21 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
23 Jul 2026 - 31 May 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
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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