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Swift Go On Rail - External Legal Support

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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02 Jun 2026 at 07:43

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Swift Go On Rail - External Legal Support" was conducted by the West Midlands Combined Authority, a sub-central government public authority based in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The industry category for this procurement is legal services, with the contract specifically addressing the review of a contract between WMCA and RSP/RDG, alongside providing legal advice. This tender process was carried out through a limited competition method and is already in the award stage, being actively pursued. The contract period commenced on 28 April 2026 and is set to conclude by the end of December 2026, with TROWERS & HAMLINS LLP, a large-scale supplier, having been awarded the contract.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in legal services, specifically those with experience or interest in contract review and advisory roles related to transportation infrastructure. The limited competition nature of the procurement suggests that businesses that are well-equipped with specialised knowledge and a robust track record in legal consulting within government contracts would have been particularly well-suited for participation. It highlights prospects for growth and visibility for firms capable of delivering niche legal expertise, especially those looking to enhance their portfolio within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Swift Go On Rail - External Legal Support

Notice Description

Review of contract between WMCA and RSP/RDG, and legal advice arising

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06aaea
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051641-2026
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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79100000 - Legal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£50,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
27 Apr 2026 - 31 Dec 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
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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
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TROWERS & HAMLINS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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