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Project Manager- Rail Programme via MHA PSP4 Framework Bradley Taylor

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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03 Nov 2025 at 12:57

Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Combined Authority has completed the procurement process to appoint a Project Manager for a Rail Programme, under the MHA PSP4 Framework, managed by Bradley Taylor. This initiative falls under the industry category of Project Management Consultancy Services and aims to support the critical entry into service process for opening five rail stations by the end of February 2026. The procurement method was selective, using a call-off from a framework agreement, with the value amounting to £54,450. The contract period is set from 13th October 2025 to 13th March 2026. The location for the project is the West Midlands, UK.

This tender presents opportunities for companies involved in project management consultancy, particularly those with experience in large-scale infrastructure projects. It's well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), given the procurement method and the contract's requirements. By engaging in such a significant public infrastructure venture, businesses can enhance their portfolio and gain valuable experience, positioning themselves for future projects of similar scope and significance. The procurement supports extensive collaboration and provides substantial prospects for growth in the public transport development sector.

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Notice Title

Project Manager- Rail Programme via MHA PSP4 Framework Bradley Taylor

Notice Description

This appointment is critical to support the mission-critical entry into service process, where we are accelerating testing, commissioning and handover of assets within a compressed timeframe. The objective is to open all five stations concurrently by the end of February 2026, in alignment with the Mayor's requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ab49459e-fd89-415f-b24b-c79e5c1ffdc8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6901000-ab59-4802-beba-5fb2ceb477e8
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
£54,450 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£54,450 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
12 Oct 2025 - 13 Mar 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
Asma Begum
Contact Email
procurement.team@wmca.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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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