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Hydraulic Pressure Unit (HPU) Works for Midland Metro Limited

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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05 Dec 2025 at 08:50

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for Hydraulic Pressure Unit (HPU) Works by the West Midlands Combined Authority focuses on enhancing the Midland Metro Limited (MML) with additional works for the Second Generation Tram P3. This contract, classified under the utilities special regime, falls within the mechanical engineering installation works category. Located in Birmingham, United Kingdom, this procurement was concluded directly below the threshold and without competition. The contract was activated on the 15th of October, 2025, with a value of £67,080 (gross amount £80,496). The procurement process has reached the award stage.

This tender provides an excellent opportunity for specialised SMEs in the mechanical engineering and transport sectors. FAIVELEY TRANSPORT BIRKENHEAD LIMITED, an SME from Birkenhead, has already secured the contract, showcasing their capability in delivering bespoke mechanical solutions. Businesses looking to expand in the public sector, especially those with expertise in utilities and transport engineering, may find similar opportunities through thorough monitoring of sub-central government contracts. Developing relationships with contracting authorities like the West Midlands Combined Authority can pave the way for future tender acquisitions.

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Notice Title

Hydraulic Pressure Unit (HPU) Works for Midland Metro Limited

Notice Description

Hydraulic Pressure Unit (HPU) Works for Midland Metro Limited (MML) The provision of additional Works on the Hydraulic Pressure Unit (HPU) for the Second Generation Tram P3 as a continuation from the original scope.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ef45
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079968-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45351000 - Mechanical engineering installation works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£67,080 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
14 Oct 2025 - 15 Oct 2025 24 hours
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

FAIVELEY TRANSPORT BIRKENHEAD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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