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Delivery Manager Metro

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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19 May 2026 at 16:34

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Delivery Manager Metro" contract was conducted by the West Midlands Combined Authority, located in Birmingham, England. Classified under the industry category of business and management consultancy services, the initiative aimed to secure expertise for the management of metro delivery. The procurement followed a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and was awarded at the stage of 'Award'. The process had a tender period closing on 1st March 2026, with the contract period running from 1st April 2026 to 30th September 2026. The contract, valued at £63,250, was duly awarded on 30th March 2026 to Matchtech Group Limited, marking the culmination of the procurement process.

This tender presents a noteworthy opportunity for businesses specialising in business and management consultancy, specifically those experienced in handling large-scale transport initiatives. Although the awarded contract was part of a framework agreement, firms looking to grow their capabilities within the West Midlands region, particularly those with experience in transport infrastructure projects, would find opportunities in similar upcoming procurements. Large businesses that have a robust track record in delivering similar services could leverage such contracts to further solidify their presence and develop in the public sector market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Delivery Manager Metro

Notice Description

Delivery manager metro

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-74ce5a45-cb8d-45d0-bbaf-fefac8606188
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d966368d-76be-4f40-ab20-3151ec169818
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£63,250 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£63,250 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 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
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

MATCHTECH GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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