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CD 116 Geometric Design of Roundabouts - research to support changes to design standards

HIGHWAYS ENGLAND

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27 Jul 2021 at 12:31

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Summary of the contracting process

Highways England has completed a procurement process for the project titled "CD 116 Geometric Design of Roundabouts," valued at £75,527.43, which pertains to the provision of research and consultancy services in the UK. The procurement method utilised was a selective process through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract commenced on 22 July 2021 and is set to conclude on 31 March 2022. This project aims to enhance highway safety by refining the geometric parameters related to roundabout approach arms based on previous research findings.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialised in research and development, particularly those involved in road safety and civil engineering services. Companies that focus on transport consultancy or have expertise in traffic management and geometric design are well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. As SMEs are encouraged to participate, this represents a viable path for smaller firms looking to expand their portfolio in the public procurement sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CD 116 Geometric Design of Roundabouts - research to support changes to design standards

Notice Description

Highways England (the Client) is seeking the provision of services to build on the previous research outcomes into roundabout approach arms undertaken in 2020/2021. The aims of this task are as follows: - To build on the outcomes from research undertaken in 2020/21 specific to roundabout approach arms. To gain an understanding of why most collisions at roundabouts on the APTR occur on the approaches. To check and challenge the existing geometric parameters in CD 116 for approach arms, and whether more robust requirements and advice can be established; and - To check and challenge if changes made as part of the DMRB 2020 style specific to signal-controlled roundabouts represents best operational practice.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-649072bd-695f-4177-839e-87842018e447
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/608ca07a-5e31-4bbe-b51a-d894d026f4eb
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

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
£75,527 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£75,527 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jul 20214 years ago
Contract Period
21 Jul 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 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
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OVE ARUP & PARTNERS

Further Information

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