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Midland Metro Limited - Wolverhampton St George's Turnout and Crossing Renewal Works

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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26 Sep 2025 at 09:10

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was led by the West Midlands Combined Authority for the project titled "Midland Metro Limited - Wolverhampton St George's Turnout and Crossing Renewal Works." This falls under the industry category of track construction works and is located in the United Kingdom, specifically the UKG region. The procurement was conducted using a limited competition method, specifically below the threshold procurement, with its tendering phase now complete. The contract began on 12th September 2025 and is expected to conclude by 7th September 2026, providing a year-long period for the delivery of works. The awarded contract, valued at approximately £133,894.44 gross, was signed with COLAS RAIL LIMITED on the start date itself.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for businesses within the works sector, particularly those specialising in track construction and related areas. Companies with robust experience in infrastructure and rail systems would find this contract particularly pertinent for their growth strategies. The focus on the Wolverhampton St George's turnout and crossing renewal highlights specific expertise needed in excavation and installation, pointing to opportunities for similar future projects. Businesses well-versed in handling utilities and those with a capacity to efficiently manage below-threshold, limited competition contracts would be prime contenders for such undertakings. Engaging in this project not only facilitates immediate business but also positions the organisation for further endeavours within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Midland Metro Limited - Wolverhampton St George's Turnout and Crossing Renewal Works

Notice Description

Midland Metro Limited will be awarding a Works Contract for: Provision of Wolverhampton St George's Turnout and Crossing - Excavation & Installation for Midland Metro Limited.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a2ce
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059985-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45234116 - Track construction works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£111,578 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
11 Sep 2025 - 7 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement.team@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
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COLAS RAIL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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