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MCHW review and update - drainage

HIGHWAYS ENGLAND

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31 Aug 2021 at 14:10

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Highways England, which is seeking to commission a contract for specialist technical services related to the review and update of the Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works (MCHW) concerning drainage. The procurement is classified under research and development services and related consultancy services, with a total estimated value of £208,396.35. The contract was awarded on 26 August 2021, and the contract period is set to commence on 1 September 2021 and conclude on 30 November 2023. The procurement method utilised is selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and the process has now reached the award stage following a completed tender process, with the tender period having ended on 22 July 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those with expertise in drainage and highway works consultancy. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with relevant technical capabilities will find this contract particularly suitable. Companies that specialise in research and development services, technical consultancy, or similar areas may be well-positioned to contribute effectively. This engagement not only allows for participation in enhancing public sector documentation but also offers the potential for future contracts in infrastructure development and maintenance, further supporting business growth in the sector.

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Notice Title

MCHW review and update - drainage

Notice Description

The SES drainage team needs to commission a contract for specialist technical services to review and rewrite those parts of the Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works (MCHW) associated with drainage in order to remove ambiguity and achieve enhanced usability, structure, content and applicability for modern contract forms and construction.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b808c54-10e2-4580-8ad1-22c9e793290a
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£208,396 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£208,396 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jul 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Aug 20214 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2021 - 30 Nov 2023 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HIGHWAYS ENGLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
spats2@highwaysengland.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B1 1RN
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
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WSP

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