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03 Jul 2026 at 08:42

Summary of the contracting process

The TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY, based in Darlington, England, has completed an award for "Project Management Support" services. This procurement process falls under the industry category for the supply services of personnel, particularly temporary staff. The contract involves providing project delivery management resources into the STDC delivery team on a rolling secondment basis. The procurement was conducted through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, specifically ESPO 664_25, Lot 5. The procurement stage has reached completion, with the award status active as of 17th March 2026. The contract spans from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027, with the contract value set at £375,000.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and organisations involved in the voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sectors, which are noted for their suitability for this project. Businesses specialising in supply services of personnel and those with capabilities in CAD Technician, Project Manager, and Assistant Project Manager roles are well-positioned to benefit. The successful supplier awarded the contract is WATERMAN INFRASTRUCTURE & ENVIRONMENT LIMITED, based in London, indicating the project's potential for both regional and national business involvement. The strategic positioning within the North East region of the United Kingdom can serve as a robust platform for qualified service providers aiming to leverage their expertise in this sector.

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Notice Title

Project Management Support

Notice Description

Project delivery management resources into the STDC delivery team on a rolling secondment basis (in lieu of permanent staffing), continuing the arrangements that have been in place for several years. Services covering CAD Technician, Project Manager and Assistant Project Manager functions. Direct Appointment via ESPO 664_25, Lot 5.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cb0bb866-ef6f-4f3c-99e7-ac84e4a24d1d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23879858-e091-4dc4-b5dd-8624c488945d
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£375,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£375,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Mar 20264 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 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
TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DARLINGTON
Postcode
DL2 1NJ
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC33 Darlington
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Sadberge & Middleton St George
Westminster Constituency
Stockton West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WATERMAN INFRASTRUCTURE & ENVIRONMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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