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06 Aug 2026 at 13:06

Summary of the contracting process

Birmingham City Council has successfully awarded a contract under the title "P3464 - Highways Technical Support (Part 2)" to Ove Arup & Partners Ltd. This contract falls under the industry category of highways consultancy services and was executed through the Eastern Shires Purchasing Organisation (ESPO) Consultancy Services Framework Agreement. The procurement was conducted using a restricted procedure, signifying a selective method. The awarding stage of the procurement process is complete, with the contract period commencing on 1st July 2026 and concluding on 30th June 2029. The project will impact various regions, including the United Kingdom and other territories such as the Channel Islands and Isle of Man, with a total contract value of £960,000. The official award date was 30th June 2026, and it was published on 6th August 2026.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in highways consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in traffic and transport infrastructure. Although the procurement process was not designed specifically for SMEs or VCSEs, larger firms like Ove Arup & Partners Ltd are well-suited to deliver such large-scale technical support. Firms that can offer innovative solutions in highways management and support will find potential growth opportunities through ongoing collaborations with public sector organisations like Birmingham City Council. The procurement process demonstrates a structured approach where businesses with a strong track record in public sector contracts may find additional avenues for expansion and partnership.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

P3464 - Highways Technical Support (Part 2) - AWARD

Notice Description

Birmingham City Council (the Council) has awarded a further competition exercise contract to Ove Arup & Partners Ltd under the Eastern Shires Purchasing Organisation (ESPO) Consultancy Services Framework Agreement reference 664_25 Lot 5 Highways, Traffic and Transport for the provision of P3464 Highways Technical Support (Part 2).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-97859e78-35e7-4f48-8465-bbfdf9da92c4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06d2a1fd-8c3e-4860-a8eb-967d1c48295b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71311210 - Highways consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£960,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
1 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 3-4 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
BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B1 1BB
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
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OVE ARUP & PARTNERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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