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Feasibility study for congestion relief works for West Bromwich

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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19 Aug 2025 at 14:39

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for a feasibility study on congestion relief works at West Bromwich metro stops has been completed by the West Midlands Combined Authority. This project falls under the Transport systems consultancy services category, with the main procurement category being services. Located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom, the procurement followed a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 24th July 2025, with the awarded contract commencing from 13th August 2025 and set to end on 31st October 2025. The procurement had a total value of £94,527.50, and the contracting authority has selected Ove Arup and Partners as the supplier after the award announcement on 25th July 2025.

This contract represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in transport systems consultancy services, particularly those that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Given the nature of the work, companies with strong capabilities in infrastructure and urban planning are well-positioned to compete in similar tenders. The focus on congestion relief aligns with ongoing urban development and offers businesses a platform to contribute to sustainable transport solutions in the UK, enhancing their portfolio and gaining governmental experience.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Feasibility study for congestion relief works for West Bromwich

Notice Description

Feasibility study for congestion relief works for West Bromwich metro stops

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f37f29f4-0fcf-498e-9354-92fb0bb1953f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8136f916-0e33-44b8-bcbe-a0f1841f7a6d
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£94,527 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£94,527 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
12 Aug 2025 - 31 Oct 2025 1-6 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
WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W1T 4BJ
Post Town
West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Bloomsbury
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OVE ARUP AND PARTNERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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