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S30063 UPS Battery Rollout on Smart Motorways

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED

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12 Jan 2026 at 10:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "S30063 UPS Battery Rollout on Smart Motorways" has been completed by National Highways Limited. This project, classified under the industry category of Development Consultancy Services, involves the implementation of UPS Systems to enhance resilience on Smart Motorways. This initiative is designated to ensure operational technology continuity in case of power outages, with the contract period starting on 9th January 2026 and ending on 31st March 2027. Key activities include updating documentation and strategic decision-making in safety and engineering standards. The procurement was conducted using a selective method via a framework agreement, and the contract, valued at GBP 192,690.32, was awarded to WSP UK Limited on 9th January 2026.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses, especially those specialising in development consultancy services. Given that the procurement method is selective through a framework agreement, businesses that are part of such frameworks could leverage this opportunity. Additionally, considering the project's international delivery locations, companies with a strong presence or experience across various global regions, particularly the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, and the United Kingdom, may find this project beneficial. The contract is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) given its suitability focus, though larger firms like WSP UK Limited can also compete based on their scale and expertise. Businesses involved in technology solutions for transportation infrastructure stand to gain from participating in similar procurement opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

S30063 UPS Battery Rollout on Smart Motorways

Notice Description

The Power Outages Project is being commissioned by Operational Control Division to increase resilience of Technology on Smart Motorways, by reducing the impact of Power Outages. This phase of work is introducing UPS Systems (consisting of Inverter and Lithium Ion Batteries) to support Operational Technology, with the aim of providing an average of 6 hours resilience against Power Outages. As UPS Systems were not included within the original design of Smart Motorways, the CMDB and DMRB/MCHW will need to be updated to include the option of UPS to support the power supply where it is deemed appropriate. Furthermore, a new product specification is required for the Cabinets to house the new UPS Inverters, Batteries and ancillary equipment. This Work Order aims to onboard a service provider to make the relevant document updates, drive these through governance to final approval and contribute to the strategic decisions from a Safety and Engineering Standards perspective that are required to deliver the project.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ded2d4b0-cd10-49ea-81ac-3e49f83816a4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aeae6dbf-07c6-47f9-b684-80d1117fa729
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
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
£192,690 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£192,690 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
9 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
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
Not specified
Contact Email
spats3@nationalhighways.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

WSP

Further Information

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