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SPRINT PHASE 2: CONSULTANCY SUPPORT

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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14 Jul 2026 at 15:02

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Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Combined Authority has completed the procurement process for the "SPRINT PHASE 2: CONSULTANCY SUPPORT" contract. This tender, classified under highways consultancy services, focuses on consultancy support for the Section 278 process, primarily within the West Midlands region. The procurement method utilised a selective process, specifically a call-off from the AEC Omni CPV Neutral Vendor Framework, adhering to the Public Contracts Regulation 2015. The award was published on 14th July 2026, while the contract itself runs from 1st June 2026 to 1st June 2027, with an optional 12-month extension, at a value of £200,000. The awarded supplier is Constellia Public Limited.

This tender presents significant opportunities for large-scale businesses involved in consultancy services related to highway infrastructure. Although not tailored for SMEs or VSCEs, businesses experienced in public sector contracts and capable of providing strategic consultancy to local authorities can benefit from engagement with the West Midlands Combined Authority. Leveraging established frameworks like the AEC Omni CPV can streamline the bidding process for qualifying entities, fostering further business growth through strategic partnerships and successful contract execution.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SPRINT PHASE 2: CONSULTANCY SUPPORT

Notice Description

Call-Off contract with Constellia Public Limited to commission 'Bakewell Associates Ltd' for consultancy works linked to Sprint Phase 2. The works will mainly involve support around the Section 278 process and liaising with Birmingham City Council and other Local Authorities within the WMCA area. Optional 12 months contract extension. Framework used: AEC Omni CPV Neutral Vendor Framework for multispecialism services (Public Contracts Regulation 2015 compliant)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9df8ee6-d46b-4f90-aaaf-4c58ff171c54
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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

71311210 - Highways consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
24 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 1 Jun 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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

CONSTELLIA PUBLIC

Further Information

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