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04 Aug 2026 at 09:26

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Contract Award Notice - THMS_MMF_Thames Modelling Package 25-26" has been awarded by the Environment Agency, headquartered in Bristol, United Kingdom. This initiative falls under the Civil Engineering Consultancy Services category and is focused on creating and updating hydraulic models across several projects in the South East of the UK, encompassing locations such as Thames & Windrush, Didcot, East Hagbourne & South Moreton, and Cole & Dorcan Brook. The procurement, which reached the award stage on 4th August 2026, utilised a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract commenced on 1st July 2026 and is slated to run until 30th November 2028, with a value amounting to £400,000.

This tender offers lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in civil engineering consultancy, particularly those experienced in hydraulic modelling and flood risk management. It provides a platform for growth and expansion within the sector, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as specified in the suitability criteria. WSP UK Ltd has been engaged as the supplier, representing a significant opportunity to contribute expertise in hydrological analysis and engineering innovation. Entities capable of delivering precise environmental solutions and adept in the technical intricacies of water infrastructure would find this procurement process highly beneficial for boosting their business portfolio and engaging in impactful environmental projects.

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Notice Title

Contract Award Notice - THMS_MMF_Thames Modelling Package 25-26

Notice Description

The Thames 25-26 Modelling Package covers the following three projects: (i) Thames & Windrush - Update the existing Thames & Windrush hydraulic model; Update the existing Chil Brook hydraulic model; Build a new Colwell Brook hydraulic model (ii) Didcot, East Hagbourne & South Moreton - Build a new Didcot, East Hagbourne & South Moreton hydraulic model (iii) Cole & Dorcan Brook - Update the existing ICM model for Cole and Dorcan Brook. The outputs (1D and 2D) will need to be separate for fluvial and surface water flooding

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7df7790e-884f-45c2-b379-cd851b9fa08d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/879cb778-8380-4a88-9af9-9cbe1c9b3ab7
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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71311000 - Civil engineering consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£260,599 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
6 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Nov 2028 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
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5AH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Hotwells and Harbourside
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WSP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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