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Midland Metro Limited (MML) Track Framework Agreement

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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07 May 2025 at 17:01

Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Combined Authority has concluded the award stage of a public procurement process for the Midland Metro Limited (MML) Track Framework Agreement. This procurement, classified under the Track construction works category, aims to supply a range of track work services across the West Midlands, UK, over a four-year period starting from 1st March 2024 to 29th February 2028. Midland Metro Limited, a subsidiary wholly owned by the West Midlands Combined Authority, awarded the contract to Haigh Rail Limited, a supplier based in Lancashire. The procurement utilised an open procedure above threshold, ensuring a fair and transparent selection process. The contract's total value is set at £4,200,000, with an allocation mechanism based on quotes and pre-agreed rates, adhering to the NEC4 Engineering framework.

This significant tender offers numerous opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs specialising in track construction and maintenance. The framework agreement allows for the call-off of a variety of track projects, including gauge restoration and rail replacement, underpinned by a robust NEC4 contractual structure. Businesses experienced in such fields would be well-positioned to contribute to, and benefit from, this framework by delivering projects that are critical to the efficient operation and maintenance of the West Midlands Metro infrastructure.

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Notice Title

Midland Metro Limited (MML) Track Framework Agreement

Notice Description

The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) is responsible for promoting public transport within the West Midlands, operates and maintains bus and Metro stations and passenger shelters, supports local railway services and stations and provides passenger transport information. Midland Metro Ltd (MML) is 100% owned by the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA). It operates as a standalone business, taking on full responsibility for the network under the name of West Midlands Metro. MML took over running the Metro in June 2018. The West Midlands Combined Authority on behalf of Midland Metro Limited (MML) is awarding a Single Supplier Framework Agreement to a supplier of Track Works Services, to deliver a programme of works as part of a NEC4 Single Supplier Framework. The term of this framework is 4 years and includes a range of track work types; including gauge restoration, rail replacement, ballasted rail works, tram stop rail replacement and embedded rail works. This framework will allow the call-offs of projects utilising the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Short Contract 2017. The appointed supplier will be responsible for completing works as called-off by MML, with funding being agreed based on quotes and an agreed schedule of rates. All appointed works within the framework will be completed in line with NEC4 requirements. MML reserve the right to add, remove, or change the presented scope to meet the needs of the Track infrastructure and business.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e8f02d16-1825-4e98-af22-b58887e0795e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/552e0a5d-f661-4d1a-8d90-bc16a2b9ce84
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45234116 - Track construction works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,200,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Oct 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Feb 20242 years ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2024 - 29 Feb 2028 4-5 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
WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Manjit Khabra
Contact Email
manjit.khabra@wmca.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM,
Postcode
B19 3SD
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
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HAIGH RAIL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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