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T0701 Network Planning Technical Partner 2022 - 2025 Phase 2

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS

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02 Jul 2025 at 08:20

Summary of the contracting process

In the recent procurement process conducted by National Highways, the contract titled "T0701 Network Planning Technical Partner 2022 - 2025 Phase 2" has been awarded. The process was part of the service category under development consultancy services, with the CPV code 73220000. The procurement process, which utilised a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, reached the award stage as of 2nd July 2025. The contract, valued at approximately £498,988.41, commenced on 1st July 2025 and is set to conclude by 31st July 2026. Geographically, this contract involves a broad range, including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the rest of the world, with key services to be delivered across these regions.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the consultancy sector, particularly those with expertise in development consultancy services. Given the programmatic nature of the commission, firms capable of delivering flexible and responsive technical services that efficiently support decision-making are well-suited for this opportunity. Small and medium-sized enterprises can find potential growth, given the suitability consideration allows for SME participation. The awarded contract with WSP UK Limited highlights the demand for large-scale consultancy services, setting a precedent for what is expected from future tenders in this domain. Engaging with such contracts can greatly enhance a business's portfolio and expand its market reach.

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Notice Title

T0701 Network Planning Technical Partner 2022 - 2025 Phase 2

Notice Description

National Highways ("the Employer") is intending to take forward a direct award contract for an additional study programme, as set out in commission contract T0376 Network Development - Technical Partner 2022-25, S715.2 of the Scope. The additional study programme delivery will take place within the financial years of 2025/2026 and 2026/27 and the commission will cover technical services related to scheme development. The Consultant will flexibly deliver their technical services, developing and drawing upon robust evidence, to help us carry out studies in the most cost and time effective ways. The Consultant will also assist us in improving the quality of our outcomes through greater consistency of approach due to the programmatic nature of this commission. The Consultant will have the technical capability to provide outputs that efficiently support our decision making. They will deliver a range of studies and will be able to quickly react to changes in priorities and needs.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a5aed756-7c5b-489b-a226-dbb91aa7acb4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8bc9076-6880-432b-a3f6-5cd8d6000f4e
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

73220000 - Development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£498,988 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£498,988 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 31 Jul 2026 1-2 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
NATIONAL HIGHWAYS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WSP

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