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Research project to explore the opportunities for creating more circular and resilient supply chains for electric light vehicles in the West Midlands

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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21 Nov 2025 at 14:44

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Combined Authority has completed a procurement process for a research project titled "Research project to explore the opportunities for creating more circular and resilient supply chains for electric light vehicles in the West Midlands." The industry category is research consultancy services, focused on services that assess the sustainability and resilience of supply chains amidst climate change. The project is located in the UK, specifically the West Midlands region. The procurement method was limited and below threshold, emphasising limited competition. The relevant contract was signed on 18 November 2025, with the project period extending to 2 February 2026. The buying organisation, West Midlands Combined Authority, is a public authority at the sub-central government level, located in Birmingham.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research consultancy, particularly those with expertise in electric vehicles, supply chain resilience, or circular economy practices. Given the scope of the project, large-scale enterprises with a strong background in these areas could find substantial growth potential, particularly if they can provide insightful analyses that influence future supply chain strategies. The procurement focused on analysing vulnerabilities in electric vehicle supply chains, offering avenues for businesses to contribute to impactful environmental and economic advancements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Research project to explore the opportunities for creating more circular and resilient supply chains for electric light vehicles in the West Midlands

Notice Description

WMCA are looking to appoint a consultant to conduct a research project around Electric Light Vehicles (ELVs) The research project will contribute to WMCAs understanding of - The vulnerabilities and risks to ELV and battery supply chains arising from climate change - The potential role of circular economy and material efficiency in enhancing supplychain resilience - The economic implications of different development scenarios for the sector

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e670
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076104-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£29,561 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
18 Nov 2025 - 2 Feb 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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

UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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