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Kids Street Initiative Strategy

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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30 Mar 2026 at 13:31

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Kids Street Initiative Strategy" has reached the award stage, with the contract awarded to WSP UK Limited. Managed by the West Midlands Combined Authority, this process falls under the technical analysis or consultancy services category (CPV code 71621000) and targets the West Midlands region in the United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted via a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates include the contract's commencement on 16th March 2026, running for a period of 9 weeks, with an optional 4-week extension. The total contract value is £29,976, with a minimum of £14,976.

This tender presents growth opportunities particularly for large enterprises specialising in technical consultancy services, though it may not be suitable for SMEs or VCSEs. Businesses with capabilities in delivering strategic initiatives for community projects can benefit from similar contracts in this region. The framework agreement method favours those with established relationships with public sector buyers, underscoring the importance of strategic partnership building for successful participation in future procurement opportunities.

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Notice Title

Kids Street Initiative Strategy

Notice Description

A contract has been awarded to WSP UK Limited for the provision of Kids Street Initiative Strategy services, for a period of 9 weeks, with the option to extend for a further 4 weeks, commencing on 16th March 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-63178a60-5034-4efd-80e9-5e33f1bbd8e6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22d41361-1381-481f-8ca8-ca1068f281ee
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£29,976 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£14,976 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
13 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
16 Mar 2026 - 18 May 2026 1-6 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
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WSP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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