Award

Call off from Agri-Epi Centre (AEC): Neutral Vendor Framework for Multi-Specialism Services

BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL

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Award

14 Nov 2025 at 14:27

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, managed by Birmingham City Council, involved a selective call-off from the Agri-Epi Centre's Neutral Vendor Framework for Multi-Specialism Services. This procurement focused on the provision of project staff for transport projects, particularly in engineering services with supporting classifications in technical consultancy and research and development. With a total contract value of GBP 58,406, this procurement covers the West Midlands region of the United Kingdom. The procurement stage reached the 'award' phase on 1st September 2025, with the contract period running from 2nd September 2025 to 31st March 2026.

This tender offers considerable opportunities for businesses capable of providing specialised engineering and consultancy services, especially those operating in the transportation sector. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly suited to this opportunity, given the procurement method of calling-off from a framework agreement that facilitates ease of access for suitable vendors. Companies specialising in technical analysis, consultancy, and related research services can leverage this contract to establish or enhance their presence in the public sector, especially through collaborations with local councils like Birmingham City Council. Constellia Public Ltd., as the awarded supplier, exemplifies the potential for growth and engagement within the framework structure, allowing businesses to expand their portfolio and experience.

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Notice Title

Call off from Agri-Epi Centre (AEC): Neutral Vendor Framework for Multi-Specialism Services

Notice Description

Birmingham City Council (the Council) has carried out a procurement exercise from the Agri-Epi Centre (AEC): Neutral Vendor Framework for Multi-Specialism Services for the provision of Transport Projects - project staff - APM.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e3e0e9cc-86f7-4b68-ae4e-dbe521a3a3f4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a000550b-2f13-4d78-8068-2898826a087a
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

71300000 - Engineering services

71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£58,406 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£58,406 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Aug 20255 months ago
Contract Period
1 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 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
BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Commercial and Procurement
Contact Email
cps@birmingham.gov.uk
Contact Phone
-

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B1 1BB
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
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CONSTELLIA PUBLIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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