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30 Jul 2026 at 07:54

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process for the "Samaritans Communication Guidance 2026" project has been awarded by National Highways Limited, located in Birmingham, UK. This procurement falls under the category of services, specifically health and safety consultancy services. The contract, which was awarded directly without competition due to its below-threshold value, is aimed at enhancing the understanding of safe and responsible suicide-related communications across National Highways. This was finalised with Samaritans as the supplier on 22nd June 2026, with the project set to run from 24th June 2026 to 31st March 2027. The award status is active, indicating ongoing efforts to achieve the outlined objectives within the specified timeframe. The procurement legal basis follows the 2023 legislation, UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for businesses operating in the consultancy sector, particularly those with expertise in health and safety guidance. Businesses that focus on providing specialised consultancy services, especially those with experience in sensitive communication topics like suicide prevention, could expect valuable growth and collaboration opportunities through similar initiatives. Moreover, organisations looking to expand their portfolio in collaboration with central government public authorities may find partnering with entities such as National Highways Limited advantageous. The procurement method, although direct and non-competitive in this instance, underscores the importance of cultivating niche expertise that aligns with public sector needs.

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Notice Title

Samaritans Communication Guidance 2026

Notice Description

Samaritans to provide guidance, online and in-person sessions for communications teams to increase understanding and practice in to safe and responsible suicide-related communications across National Highways.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d720
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071969-2026
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

71317210 - Health and safety consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£15,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
23 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 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
NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6GA
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
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SAMARITANS

Further Information

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