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Management of the Supply of Geotechnical Specialist Review Services for Section 38/Section 278 Highways Schemes

WAKEFIELD COUNCIL

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21 Jan 2026 at 14:25

Summary of the contracting process

Wakefield Council has engaged in a procurement process titled "Management of the Supply of Geotechnical Specialist Review Services for Section 38/Section 278 Highways Schemes," aimed at managing geotechnical specialist review services for highways schemes. This process falls under the category of geotechnical engineering services, specifically targeting the Yorkshire and the Humber region in England. The procurement stage is now in the Award phase as of 21 January 2026, following the tender's completion on 1 December 2025. The procurement method utilised was selective, through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £155,257, commenced on 20 January 2026 and is set to conclude on 20 January 2028.

This tender opens up opportunities for businesses specialising in geotechnical engineering services, especially those classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), given the project’s suitability criteria. Large enterprises, such as the awarded supplier Reed Specialist Recruitment Limited trading as Consultancy+, have demonstrated capability in fulfilling such contracts. Engaging in this type of procurement can foster growth by allowing firms exposure to significant projects under a reputable local government authority, potentially leading to expanded service offerings and enhanced industry presence.

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Notice Title

Management of the Supply of Geotechnical Specialist Review Services for Section 38/Section 278 Highways Schemes

Notice Description

The management of the provision of geotechnical specialist review services for Section 38/Section 278 highways schemes for Wakefield Council.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bd8e9b55-13e8-4515-9f64-bbe9df44f7c0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cfa1d0a2-99bb-4374-8149-eb3586272453
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71332000 - Geotechnical engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£155,257 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£155,257 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
20 Jan 2026 - 20 Jan 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WAKEFIELD COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WAKEFIELD
Postcode
WF1 2EB
Post Town
Wakefield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE45 Wakefield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Wakefield
Electoral Ward
Wakefield North
Westminster Constituency
Wakefield and Rothwell

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

REED SPECIALIST RECRUITMENT LIMITED TRADING AS CONSULTANCY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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