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S30020 Road Marking Certification Site

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS

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26 Sep 2025 at 10:20

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process, led by National Highways, seeks to deliver development consultancy services for the "S30020 Road Marking Certification Site" project. This initiative focuses on researching road marking certification and audible road markings. It is categorised under Development Consultancy Services (CPV: 73220000) and employs a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The project encompasses various locations, including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is currently at the Award phase, with an active contract awarded on 25th September 2025 valued at £88,488.73, running from 16th September 2025 to 31st March 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research and consultancy, particularly those familiar with infrastructure and road safety standards. Companies equipped to innovate and delve into the feasibility and implementation of road marking certification could find a valuable niche. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) were deemed suitable for this process, implying opportunities for firms capable of developing new road marking profiles that comply with regulatory standards. WSP UK Ltd - SPaTS 1, a large-scale enterprise, is identified as the supplier, illustrating the high-calibre partnerships engaged through this procurement. Business growth can be achieved by contributing to critical infrastructure projects and aligning with government priorities in transport safety and innovation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

S30020 Road Marking Certification Site

Notice Description

National Highways is seeking the provision of services to undertake research into the following two areas: - Road markings certification site - Audible road markings The overall objectives of this work order are to undertake research to: - Identify the feasibility of National Highways developing, implementing and operating a road marking certification site on the strategic road network, in line with the requirements set out in BS EN 1824 (Road marking materials - Road trials). - Identify potential new road marking profiles which provide a sensory effect (audible and/or vibratory) whilst remaining compliant with the maximum height of road markings prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f1c71bf6-708c-478d-9fa5-8103b0c8ebe7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/83812797-7703-4882-bd00-d6c2c0cedf68
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
£88,488 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£88,488 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
15 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL HIGHWAYS
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

WSP UK LTD - SPATS 1

Further Information

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