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S30096 Reviewing the Culture at Lower Thames Crossing

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED

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19 May 2026 at 13:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "S30096 Reviewing the Culture at Lower Thames Crossing" was conducted by National Highways Limited. This targeted consultancy service, classified under CPV code 73220000 as Development Consultancy Services, was intended to provide assurance on organisational culture as the Lower Thames Crossing programme entered a critical phase of delivery. The process reached the award stage on 19th May 2026, with Ove Arup & Partners Limited as the awarded supplier. The contract spans from 19th May 2026 to 30th April 2027, covering locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement method was selective, executed as a call-off from a framework agreement, with the total contract valued at £29,700.

This consultancy opportunity provides significant potential for businesses specialising in organisational development and consultancy services. The focus on timely and evidence-based assurance promotes business growth through enhanced services offering aligned with complex programme needs. The procurement was particularly inclusive, considering suitability for SMEs and VCS (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise) organisations, making it ideal for innovative firms capable of offering low-cost preventative interventions. Companies looking to expand their consultancy reach and impact in large-scale infrastructure projects would find this award in line with growth objectives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

S30096 Reviewing the Culture at Lower Thames Crossing

Notice Description

This targeted piece of consultancy will provide timely, proportionate assurance on organisational culture at Lower Thames Crossing as the programme enters a critical phase of delivery. As complexity and delivery pressure increase, there is a recognised risk that misalignment between intended ways of working and day to day behaviours or systems can undermine safety, performance, value for money and reputation if not identified early. The review will deliver a clear, evidence based understanding of how work is actually being experienced in practice and set out a concise, prioritised set of practical actions to address any emerging risks. The scope is deliberately time limited and focused, representing a low cost preventative intervention that supports effective programme oversight and reduces the likelihood of more disruptive and costly corrective action later.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1291cea5-985f-485d-827c-0cb05603b376
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, VCSE
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
£29,700 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£29,700 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
18 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2027 6-12 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 LIMITED
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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