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DMRB Review Development of HD25

HIGHWAYS ENGLAND

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20 Jun 2018 at 07:23

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "DMRB Review Development of HD25" was initiated by Highways England, located in Birmingham, England. This tender, classified under research and development services, involves reviewing and amending the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) to comply with updated UK and EU legislation. The contract, valued at approximately £99,999, was awarded on 19th June 2018 and is set to run until 31st March 2019. The procurement method used was selective, through a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period concluding on 14th June 2018.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy services related to technical standards and legislative compliance in the infrastructure sector. Smaller businesses and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are well-positioned to compete, particularly those with expertise in construction regulations, project management, and technical advisory roles. Engaging in this procurement could enhance their market presence and contribute to impactful developments in road infrastructure.

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Notice Title

DMRB Review Development of HD25

Notice Description

The Parliamentary Protocol Agreement (2015) requires that Highways England undertakes a review of the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB). Therefore, Highways England requires a contract for provision of the service of amending, updating and improving the DMRB Volume 7, to take account of technical changes and the introduction/harmonisation of new or amended British, European and other technical standards and approvals. This will include the provision of advice, information and reports on various aspects connected with this work, including liaison with Highways England specialists and other contractors, as well as advising on the likely impact of changes to UK and EU legislation such as the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations, Construction Products Regulations and Public Procurement Directives.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b9fd2f49-cbfb-4332-ac72-f89be635b73b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/474724ea-6a1b-4945-a996-6d77d9bb9d9a
Current Stage
Award
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
VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£99,999 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£99,999 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jun 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jun 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jun 20187 years ago
Contract Period
18 Jun 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 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
HIGHWAYS ENGLAND
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
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARUP

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