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04 Aug 2026 at 10:10

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Wolverhampton Council, acting on behalf of Black Country Transport, recently completed a procurement process titled "CWC26030 - BCT Wisemore Crossing to Arboretum". This contract, which falls under the industry category of highways consultancy services, focuses on improving pedestrian and cyclist crossing facilities in Walsall, England. The process utilised the Midland Highways Alliance Framework Lot 1 and employed a direct award procurement method. Key dates for this procurement include the award date on 23rd July 2026 and the contract period from 1st September 2026 to 1st February 2027. The initiative aims to enhance safety, particularly for students of Walsall College, by working on the concept design stage of the project.

This tender presents an opportunity for growth for businesses experienced in highways consultancy and infrastructure development. With a project value of £52,092.83, it is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their portfolio in the United Kingdom. The engagement with the Wolverhampton City Council, a public entity dedicated to local transport improvement, provides a valuable network and the possibility of further collaborations in similar future projects. Successful bidders will need to demonstrate expertise in enhancing pedestrian and cycling pathways, aligning with the council's aim to improve local transport infrastructure.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

CWC26030 - BCT Wisemore Crossing to Arboretum

Notice Description

City of Wolverhampton Council on behalf of Black Country Transport are seeking an organisation to deliver support to the development of Wisemore Crossing to Arboretum. this will be pedestrian and cyclist crossing improvements linking Walsall town centre through the Wisemore area, alongside improvements to the route between Wisemore Crossing and the Arboretum. The scheme aims to improve safety for users, particularly students attending Walsall College. This will cover the concept design stage. Utilising Midland Highways Alliance Framework Lot 1

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-74db2751-acd4-4ba3-b685-09fb5679b812
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a6cdcc3c-3605-4b41-933a-97bcec071fe6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71311210 - Highways consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£52,092 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£52,092 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
20 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 1 Feb 2027 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
WOLVERHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WOLVERHAMPTON
Postcode
WV1 1RL
Post Town
Wolverhampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG39 Wolverhampton
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Wolverhampton
Electoral Ward
St Peters
Westminster Constituency
Wolverhampton West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AMEY OW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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