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S30052 DF Community investment

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS

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19 Nov 2025 at 16:32

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "S30052 DF Community investment" contract has been completed, with National Highways as the buying organisation. This contract is focused on the development consultancy services sector and aims to trial AI camera technology to detect and capture littering from vehicles on the strategic road network. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £97,979.44, will take place across various locations, including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories, with the contract period running from 20th November 2025 to 31st March 2026. The awarding of the contract was finalised on 19th November 2025.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialised in AI technology, surveillance systems, and environmental management, offering a chance to contribute to sustainable practices and innovative solutions in the public sector. Small and medium enterprises are particularly well-suited to participate in similar future tenders, as the procurement process supports their involvement. Businesses with a focus on technology and infrastructure, specifically those experienced in working within large frameworks and collaborative enforcement projects, could see significant growth by engaging in such projects with National Highways and similar organisations.

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Notice Title

S30052 DF Community investment

Notice Description

National Highways are seeking to undertake a second trial the capabilities of AI camera technology to monitor, detect and capture litter being dropped on the SRN to understand if it can be used to prosecute those dropping litter from vehicles. National Highways does not have powers of enforcement and as such are required to collaborate with Principal littering authorities to bring enforcement action against those littering on the strategic road network. This trial will be the second iteration, aiming to evaluate the effectiveness of technology in monitoring, detecting, and gathering the necessary evidence to support enforcement action against littering from moving vehicles across two live traffic lanes. The trial will leverage the existing system and cameras procured during Trial 1, supplemented by the procurement of two additional cameras and associated attachments to improve detection and monitoring coverage across two live traffic lanes. Approved by Digital Services.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c988a668-d1ed-42f5-86b2-477b7b54ab91
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73137b79-5fc1-4074-a8e4-cea5dde1a18b
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73220000 - Development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£97,979 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£97,979 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
20 Nov 2025 - 31 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
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
B4 6GA
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OVE ARUP & PARTNERS

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