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T0561 MCHW validation task - ARUP

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS

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08 Aug 2024 at 07:56

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement contracting process involved National Highways as the buying organisation, awarding a contract to Ove Arup & Partners Limited for the task titled "T0561 MCHW validation task - ARUP" in the category of Research and Development Services and Related Consultancy Services. The project aimed to validate the usability and effectiveness of WSR templates within the new format project specification. Based in the North East region of the United Kingdom, the project had its tender period ending on 5th July 2024 and the contract period running from 17th July 2024 to 31st October 2024. The procurement process was selective and was carried out as a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract valued at £37,499.72 GBP.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in research and development services, particularly those experienced in consultancy and compliance validation tasks. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this project particularly suitable, given its structured requirements and clear deliverables. By engaging in such frameworks, businesses can enhance their expertise, build valuable partnerships, and gain recognition in their field, thereby fostering business growth and opening doors to more significant opportunities within public sector contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

T0561 MCHW validation task - ARUP

Notice Description

Key objectives of this commission are: A. Validate the usability of the WSR templates. B. Validate that, once WSR templates have been completed, the required project specification in the new format is fit for purpose and would be appropriate for a formal issue. C. Validate the process for recording departures required by the specification using the WSR templates. D. Obtain a realistic perspective on compiled WSR templates when used on site. E. Obtain feedback on the guidance documentation produced to inform wider training and communications relevant to the MCHW launch. F. Work collaboratively with other suppliers engaged in the validation task to provide feedback and recommendations.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c8ba13ed-5962-4848-8edf-c2c967fdee42
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41554831-8a45-4d2a-b8df-629ba2244ad5
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
SME
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
£37,499 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£37,499 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
16 Jul 2024 - 31 Oct 2024 1-6 months
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
NATIONAL HIGHWAYS
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

OVE ARUP & PARTNERS

Further Information

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