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Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems (C-ITS) Project for Transport for West Midlands (TfWM)

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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PlanningUpdate

10 Jun 2026 at 14:51

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

22 May 2026 at 13:56

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Combined Authority is preparing a public procurement project titled "Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems (C-ITS) Project for Transport for West Midlands (TfWM)" under its executive transport body. This initiative is in the planning stage as of 10th June 2026, with a focus on deploying integrated transport systems across the West Midlands, UK, specifically within the UKG region. The project covers services related to the installation and maintenance of traffic-signal systems, governed by the legal basis UKPGA 2023/54. The procurement process is selective, involving awards under an existing framework, and is competitive, with the contract period slated to commence on 1st October 2026 and conclude on 30th September 2028, with possibilities for renewal extending up to 30th September 2030.

This tender opens up substantial opportunities for businesses involved in digital infrastructure and transport management systems. Companies specialising in the installation of illumination and signalling systems or the maintenance of traffic signals will find this project particularly suitable. Engaging in this procurement process could provide a pivotal platform for these businesses to expand their services within a large-scale, data-driven transport management ecosystem. Given the project's strategic significance as the foundational phase of a digital infrastructure initiative, winning this tender could lead to long-term growth opportunities and position businesses at the forefront of transport innovation across the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems (C-ITS) Project for Transport for West Midlands (TfWM)

Notice Description

Transport for West Midlands (TfWM), as the executive transport body of the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) is embarking on a transformational program to deploy Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems (C-ITS) across the region. The project seeks to address the deployment of four integrated C-ITS components that collectively establish a scalable, data-driven transport management ecosystem capable of meeting current demands while providing the foundation for future regional expansion. This procurement represents the foundational phase of a strategic initiative for a digital transport infrastructure.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a1b0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054871-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Award under framework
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

45316000 - Installation work of illumination and signalling systems

50232200 - Traffic-signal maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
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
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
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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