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28160 - Plymouth Metro

PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL

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11 Feb 2026 at 08:12

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process, initiated by Plymouth City Council, concerns the "Plymouth Metro - Wider Economic Study" focusing on consultancy services for transport systems. The industry category is services, specifically transport systems consultancy. The project is located in Plymouth, United Kingdom, matching the UKK41 region. It was completed with a direct procurement method, awarded without competition due to being below the threshold. Notably, the contract was signed on 10th February 2026, and runs until 30th June 2026. The council serves the role of buyer in this process, while WSP UK Limited is the supplier, highlighting the completion stage of the procurement.

This tender offers notable opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy services within the transport sector. Large enterprises with expertise in economic studies and transport systems, like WSP UK Limited, are well-suited to leverage this contract type, benefiting from the direct and focused nature of the process. For companies looking to engage with public authorities and expand within sub-central government projects, this type of contract can provide a strategic growth avenue by enhancing visibility and establishing strong relationships within local governmental projects. The gross value of £144,000 signals a substantial consultancy effort, fostering business development through high-value service delivery.

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Notice Title

28160 - Plymouth Metro

Notice Description

28160 - Plymouth Metro - Wider Economic Study

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064d49
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012166-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
10 Feb 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@plymouth.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PLYMOUTH
Postcode
PL1 3BJ
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK41 Plymouth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Plymouth
Electoral Ward
St Peter and the Waterfront
Westminster Constituency
Plymouth Sutton and Devonport

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WSP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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