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PAMS 060 - Modelling the role of surface properties in collision risk

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS

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22 Jan 2025 at 12:12

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "PAMS 060 - Modelling the role of surface properties in collision risk" was led by National Highways, a significant organisation based in Bristol, England. The project falls under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services (CPV code 73000000). The procurement was conducted using a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £195,550, began on 20 January 2025 and will run until 17 July 2026. The award stage of this procurement process was completed, with the award notice published on 22 January 2025. The project will cover multiple geographical locations, including the United Kingdom, Europe, the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man, British Overseas Territories, and the rest of the world.

This tender presents considerable growth opportunities for businesses involved in road safety and infrastructure research. Companies with strong capabilities in understanding and analysing surface properties and their impact on skid resistance and collision risks will find this tender particularly beneficial. Although this specific contract was awarded to TRL, a large research organisation, similar future opportunities might be suited to businesses of varying sizes that possess specialised knowledge in optimising road safety through surface material analysis and maintenance prioritisation. Entrepreneurs in the research and development sector can gain substantial insights and experience from such contracts, paving the way for further collaborations with major buyers like National Highways.

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Notice Title

PAMS 060 - Modelling the role of surface properties in collision risk

Notice Description

The work will provide an understanding of the road safety implications of decisions relating to skid resistance and related surface characteristics. This is needed to avoid under- or over-specification of materials and to inform decisions relating to prioritisation of maintenance, response to potential loss of skid resistance from changing weather patterns, and optimisation of surfacings to reduce carbon.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cfbbe1d1-3bbf-43b8-8975-a21b5d953945
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9df3d819-4995-4cc9-bd17-30410d74c288
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
Not specified
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
£195,550 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£195,550 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
20 Jan 2025 - 17 Jul 2026 1-2 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
NATIONAL HIGHWAYS
Contact Name
Pablo Delfino
Contact Email
pablo.delfino@nationalhighways.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 6NL
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TRL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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