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Automated Highways Monitoring

NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL

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29 Jun 2026 at 07:30

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Summary of the contracting process

Northumberland County Council has awarded a contract for the "Automated Highways Monitoring" project to ROUTE REPORTS LIMITED. This procurement relates to the industry category of road inspection and data analysis services and takes place in the North East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process was undertaken through a selective call-off from the CCS G-Cloud 14 RM1557.14 Framework Agreement, with the contract commencing on 24th June 2026 and set to end on 23rd June 2029. A total budget of £455,000 is allocated for this 3-year contract, which includes an option for a 1-year extension subject to performance. The contract award was completed on 1st June 2026, focusing on services that incorporate AI solutions to improve the maintenance and monitoring of highways.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses in the field of AI-driven data analysis and infrastructure monitoring. Companies that specialise in innovative technological solutions in line with road maintenance and safety can leverage this contract to grow their business presence in the public sector. The procurement method and framework agreement indicate a preference for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), making it an excellent opportunity for such entities to expand their capabilities and showcase their technological prowess in enhancing public infrastructure management. Startups and firms experienced in integrating AI with public works are particularly well-suited to participate and benefit from this tender.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Automated Highways Monitoring

Notice Description

Automated Highways Monitoring - A comprehensive data intelligence framework that harnesses cameras that can be fitted to council vehicles to provide visibility of the highways assets, using AI to enable the council to facilitate key decisions on potholes, illegal skips, faded road lines etc, and to pass this insight into the back-office system. The scope of integrating AI into highway maintenance covers a broad range of innovative solutions that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and safety while ensuring compliance with regulations. This is a 3-year contract with Route Reports, covering the period 24th June 2026, to 23rd June 2029, including a 1-year extension option subject to performance, at a total cost of up to PS455,000, under the CCS G-Cloud 14 RM1557.14 Framework Agreement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e3d4b2c-ac30-4a2a-aab1-9bfacd5543f5
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

71631480 - Road-inspection services

72316000 - Data analysis services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£455,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£455,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
23 Jun 2026 - 23 Jun 2029 3-4 years
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
NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MORPETH
Postcode
NE61 2EF
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC42 Northumberland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Northumberland
Electoral Ward
Morpeth Kirkhill
Westminster Constituency
North Northumberland

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ROUTE REPORTS

Further Information

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