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Programme Management Services (CRSTS - Partner Projects) - Consultant/Contingent Labour

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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10 Apr 2025 at 06:54

Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Combined Authority has contracted Waterman Aspen Ltd to provide Programme Management Services for the CRSTS Partner Projects within the Transport Portfolio Office, accountable to the Head of Transport. This consultancy support, classified under Project management consultancy services (CPV 72224000), will span from 17th January 2025 to 31st March 2026, with a contract value of £178,880. The procurement process utilized a selective method through a framework agreement, and the tender period ended on 6th December 2024. The services will be primarily based in Birmingham (postal code B19 3TR), focusing on the transport industry category. The procurement stage has now reached the award phase, with the contract being awarded on 9th April 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in project management consultancy, particularly those with experience in transport-related projects. SMEs and VCSEs will find this tender particularly advantageous due to the suitability criteria that welcome their participation. By engaging in this project, companies can enhance their portfolios with high-profile regional projects, increasing their expertise and market visibility in the public sector. The structured framework agreement provides a streamlined process for qualified vendors to secure business, encouraging growth and fostering relationships with the West Midlands Combined Authority.

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Notice Title

Programme Management Services (CRSTS - Partner Projects) - Consultant/Contingent Labour

Notice Description

Transport for West Midlands has a requirement for consultancy support within the Programme Management Services (CRSTS - Partner Projects) - working as part of the Transport Portfolio Office (TPO) and accountable to the Head of Transport. Services will be required until 31st March 2026 with the agreement commencing on the 17th of January 2025.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-65125157-fbfc-449f-84e4-2b278ed9f4f3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/02397e07-0665-431e-9478-f5f1aa7b9082
Current Stage
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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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£178,880 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£178,880 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
17 Jan 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-2 years
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
Susannah Turton
Contact Email
susannah.turton@wmca.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WATERMAN ASPEN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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