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Homes England - Lot 1 - Cambridge Mass Rapid Transit Strategic Outline Business Case

HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY)

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23 Feb 2026 at 16:24

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Homes England, pertains to the "Cambridge Mass Rapid Transit Strategic Outline Business Case" project. This project falls under the services category, specifically within architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. It aims to develop a strategic outline business case to support the transport strategy of Greater Cambridge. The procurement process has reached the award stage, with WSP UK Limited appointed as the supplier. Key milestones include the tender period ending on 15 January 2026, with the contract commencing on 2 February 2026 and concluding on 25 September 2026. The project is situated in England, offering a contract valued at £111,716.80.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for SMEs able to deliver architectural and engineering services, benefiting from participating in a regionally significant transport strategy project. While WSP UK Limited, as a large-scale supplier, won this contract, such procurement processes encourage SMEs to compete and grow their portfolio by leveraging public sector engagements. This project might suit businesses looking to expand their expertise in strategic urban planning and mass transit solutions. Homes England's investment in this area indicates a commitment to enhancing regional transport infrastructures, paving the way for future opportunities in similar sectors.

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Notice Title

Homes England - Lot 1 - Cambridge Mass Rapid Transit Strategic Outline Business Case

Notice Description

Cambridge Mass Rapid Transit Strategic Outline Business Case - Produce a robust and fully compliant Project Level Strategic Outline Business Case for a Mass Rapid Transit solution to support strategic growth and transport strategy for Greater Cambridge.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb0db57f-52a2-4632-8148-c34428c9d2e5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not applicable
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£111,716 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£111,716 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 25 Sep 2026 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
HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE4 5BZ
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Arthur's Hill
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WSP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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