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Provision of Priestfield Mitigations LC084 - Phase 1 - Ballast Distribution Works for Midland Metro Limited (MML)

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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14 Jul 2026 at 12:21

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Provision of Priestfield Mitigations LC084 - Phase 1 - Ballast Distribution Works for Midland Metro Limited (MML)" has been completed. This contract was managed by the West Midlands Combined Authority, a regional authority located in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The procurement falls under the industry category of track construction works within the broader category of works. The finalisation occurred on 6th July 2026, following an award procedure without prior publication, suitable for specific procurements where competition reopening is unnecessary. The contract value is £105,337.70, underpinning a strategy that aligns with an internal framework agreement. This work is planned for the UKG region, particularly advantageous for those based in or around this geographical location.

The awarded contract creates business growth opportunities particularly for SMEs specialising in track construction and related infrastructural projects. Haigh Rail Limited, an SME supplier, secured this contract through a direct award, a testament to the potential for smaller operations to secure public sector projects under framework agreements without extensive bidding competition. Companies with expertise in railway infrastructure development, possessing the capability and experience to fulfil detailed project specifications while operating under an existing framework, are best suited to pursue similar future tenders and expand their footprint in regional transport initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Priestfield Mitigations LC084 - Phase 1 - Ballast Distribution Works for Midland Metro Limited (MML)

Notice Description

Provision of Priestfield Mitigations LC084 - Phase 1 - Ballast Distribution Works for Midland Metro Limited (MML).

Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of Priestfield Mitigations LC084 - Phase 1 - Ballast Distribution Works for Midland Metro Limited (MML).

Procurement Information

The contract was awarded through a direct award process under an existing internal Framework Agreement established in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations. The Framework Agreement was awarded to a single supplier and contains provisions governing the award of call-off contracts without reopening competition. In accordance with the terms of the Framework Agreement, the Authority has awarded this call-off contract directly to the sole framework supplier. The award is consistent with the scope, terms and conditions established within the Framework Agreement and no further competition was required.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cabc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066173-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45234116 - Track construction works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£105,337 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HAIGH RAIL

Further Information

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