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Call off from Agri-Epi Centre (AEC): Neutral Vendor Framework for Multi-Specialism Services

BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL

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14 Nov 2025 at 14:24

Summary of the contracting process

Birmingham City Council has awarded a contract under the Agri-Epi Centre Neutral Vendor Framework for Multi-Specialism Services for a Technical Reviewer position. This procurement, which falls under the "Engineering services" and related consultancy services category, was conducted using a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. Located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom, the contract process moved from the tender stage, completed by 23rd October 2025, to award status by 31st October 2025, and is valued at £144,921.60. The contract period is set from 1st November 2025 to 31st October 2026, underlining a significant opportunity for engineering and consultancy service providers.

This tender offers substantial growth potential for small and medium-sized enterprises, particularly those specialising in technical analysis and engineering consultancy, as it demonstrates the council's preference for such entities in this framework. By aligning their offerings with the procurement needs outlined by Birmingham City Council, businesses can enhance their service delivery and expand their reach. The contract being awarded to Constellia Public Ltd., an SME, illustrates the council's commitment to fostering a competitive market environment where smaller players can thrive, making this an appealing opportunity for similar enterprises aiming to increase their footprint in public sector engagements.

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Notice Title

Call off from Agri-Epi Centre (AEC): Neutral Vendor Framework for Multi-Specialism Services

Notice Description

Birmingham City Council (the Council) has carried out a procurement exercise from the Agri-Epi Centre (AEC): Neutral Vendor Framework for Multi-Specialism Services for the provision of Technical Reviewer for THDP (a).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6c0c4a00-ac15-4efd-8b1b-928a31d58b50
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32fee169-319b-4ae3-bfc5-3e91a06c0173
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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

71300000 - Engineering services

71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£144,921 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£144,921 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Oct 20253 months ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2026 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
BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B1 1BB
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
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CONSTELLIA PUBLIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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