Award

SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT - SENIOR PLANNER

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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21 Oct 2025 at 10:02

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by the West Midlands Combined Authority sought to appoint a Senior Planner for sustainable transport, under the industry category of infrastructure works consultancy services. Located in the West Midlands, UK, this contract was executed through a selective procurement method, utilizing a call-off from a framework agreement. The process has reached the award stage, with Waterman Aspen Ltd being the successful supplier. The tender period concluded on 28th June 2025, with the contract running from 7th July 2025 to 31st December 2025. The award was announced on 25th September 2025, and its details were published on 21st October 2025.

This tender presents substantial business growth potential for large enterprises specializing in infrastructure consultancy services. Although unsuitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs), the contract's significant value of £151,200 reflects substantial financial opportunities. Businesses with expertise in providing strategic transport planning services, particularly those with experience in call-off frameworks, stand to benefit. The awarded contract enables the supplier to contribute to regional infrastructure improvements, fostering long-term collaboration with the West Midlands Combined Authority.

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Notice Title

SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT - SENIOR PLANNER

Notice Description

Temporary appointment to provide Senior Planner Services.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9c87ac2e-1667-4d3c-8142-70b3ba8c9604
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a78ae661-56b5-4ce6-bd15-b77abf8db878
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£151,200 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£75,600 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
6 Jul 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 1-6 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
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WATERMAN ASPEN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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