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BSIP Programme Resource

TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY

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27 Feb 2026 at 15:06

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Summary of the contracting process

The Tees Valley Combined Authority has successfully awarded a contract as part of the Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP) to Ove Arup & Partners Limited, focusing on consulting services for transport systems. This award, valued at up to £57,104.63, including a potential extension, is part of a call-off from the ESPO framework agreement. The procurement process followed a selective method, allowing for a direct approach from a pre-established agreement. The contract, categorised under support services for road transport, covers a period from 26th February 2026 to 12th June 2026, with activities carried out in the North East region of the United Kingdom. The completion of the tendering process marks a transition to the contract execution phase.

This procurement offers significant business opportunities for large-scale organisations proficient in transport system consultancy, aligning with the needs of the Tees Valley Combined Authority. As the contract has been awarded to Ove Arup & Partners Limited, businesses similar in scale and capability could leverage such frameworks to secure similar contracts in the future. The project supports transformations in road transport services, a sector poised for growth due to increased awareness and investments in sustainable and efficient transport solutions. This tender not only advances regional transport development but also sets a precedent for collaboration between public bodies and large consultancy firms in delivering strategic infrastructure improvements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

BSIP Programme Resource

Notice Description

Tees Valley Combined Authority have awarded a contract to Ove Arup & Partners Limited for the provision of Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP) resource. The contract has been awarded as a call off from the ESPO framework (Reference 664-25 Lot 5 Consultancy Services). Total for initial contract period: PS32,276.53 Optional 10-week extension estimated at: PS24,282.10 Total contract value if extension is utilised is therefore estimated at: PS57,104.63

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-698c43c8-5800-4604-90de-c117ce869911
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c65df1a-7006-4fe5-90c9-68e1fb578bb3
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

63712000 - Support services for road transport

71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£57,104 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£57,104 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
26 Feb 2026 - 12 Jun 2026 1-6 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
TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DARLINGTON
Postcode
TS17 6QY
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC31 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Stockton-on-Tees
Electoral Ward
Mandale & Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Middlesbrough and Thornaby East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OVE ARUP & PARTNERS

Further Information

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