ITS WORLD CONGRESS 2027 - CAV SUPPORT

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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15 Jun 2026 at 10:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, titled "ITS WORLD CONGRESS 2027 - CAV SUPPORT," was conducted by the West Midlands Combined Authority, based in Birmingham, England. It focuses on providing consultancy services for transport systems, specifically to support the ITS World Congress event in 2027. The procurement was completed with a selective method, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement. An active award was made on 27th March 2026, with a contract period from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027. The procurement falls under the services industry category, with a total contract value of £119,557. Key completion dates included the end of the tender period on 6th March 2026.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for growth, especially for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in transport systems consultancy. With the primary goal of technical consultancy support, businesses adept in integrating intelligent transport systems (ITS) and contributing to high-profile international events like the ITS World Congress will find this tender particularly advantageous. The awarded supplier, White Willow Consulting Ltd, exemplifies the scope for SMEs to engage in such initiatives, positioning themselves as industry leaders in delivering innovative transport solutions. The location in Birmingham and the emphasis on technical consultancy make it an appealing opportunity for businesses looking to expand their portfolio within England’s dynamic transport sector.

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Notice Title

ITS WORLD CONGRESS 2027 - CAV SUPPORT

Notice Description

Consultancy services to support with ITS technical expertise and programme delivery in preparation for the ITS World Congress event in 2027.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-83cdfe81-d657-49ac-8c96-6ffec290b2f7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d8c7df7-3497-4762-8c3c-134f443fce7d
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£119,557 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£119,557 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 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
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WHITE WILLOW CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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