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Midland Metro Limited - OLE Maintenance Inspections (North - Wolverhampton to Wednesbury Parkway)

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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18 Apr 2025 at 18:13

Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Combined Authority has awarded a contract for the maintenance inspections of overhead power lines in the region from Wolverhampton to Wednesbury Parkway. The procurement process, classified under the services category, has reached its award stage. The tender, titled "Midland Metro Limited - OLE Maintenance Inspections (North - Wolverhampton to Wednesbury Parkway)," was conducted via a single tender action below the threshold. The contract period spans from 10 February 2025 to 30 June 2025, with the overall value amounting to £345,778.38. The awarded contract notice was published on 18 April 2025.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies involved in overhead power line maintenance services. SMEs, such as Aureos Rail Limited, which emerged as the successful supplier, are encouraged to compete for similar contracts. The direct procurement method facilitates streamlined access for specialized businesses within the West Midlands region, fostering local economic growth and offering avenues for firms with relevant expertise in infrastructure maintenance. Businesses focusing on technical inspections and infrastructure support services stand to benefit greatly from engaging in such procurement processes.

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Notice Title

Midland Metro Limited - OLE Maintenance Inspections (North - Wolverhampton to Wednesbury Parkway)

Notice Description

Midland Metro Limited - OLE Maintenance Inspections (North - Wolverhampton to Wednesbury Parkway)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6c69e04e-4d84-48c3-a82a-6ef3b6e15320
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a081ee27-d4ae-41c1-9fec-d9ae063c6fb3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting


CPV Codes

31321100 - Overhead power lines

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£345,778 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£345,778 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
10 Feb 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 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

AUREOS RAIL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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