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Resources for Rail Programme via MHA PSP4 Framework Matchtech - Simon

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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07 Oct 2025 at 08:36

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Resources for Rail Programme via MHA PSP4 Framework Matchtech - Simon" has been conducted by the West Midlands Combined Authority, located in Birmingham, UK. This process falls under the industry category of project management consultancy services and was executed through a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender specifically targets the West Midlands region, with the contract period running from 8th September 2025 to 8th January 2026. The award stage is complete as of 7th October 2025, following an active award made on 2nd October 2025, amounting to £36,000 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in project management consultancy services, particularly those within the SME (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) and VCSE (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise) sectors, as they are deemed suitable for this procurement. The involvement of a framework agreement ensures rapid mobilisation, offering a stable and structured environment for growth within the rail sector. Businesses with relevant expertise and capacity in the West Midlands could leverage this contract to enhance their portfolio and establish or strengthen their presence in the procurement landscape. Matchtech Group (UK) Limited, a large-scale supplier, has been awarded this contract, showcasing the potential for both large enterprises and smaller firms to engage in similar future opportunities.

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Notice Title

Resources for Rail Programme via MHA PSP4 Framework Matchtech - Simon

Notice Description

A new appointment to support delivery, also being directly awarded via the MHA Framework to ensure rapid mobilisation and alignment with programme needs.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a7e2876f-7394-4117-800a-632532062592
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d36b1db-9b5e-43d4-96dc-7343e5a6577e
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£36,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£36,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
7 Sep 2025 - 8 Jan 2026 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

MATCHTECH GROUP (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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