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Bus Reform - Commercial Consultant Support

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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31 Jul 2026 at 15:26

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Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Combined Authority has concluded a procurement process for the provision of commercial consultancy support under the title "Bus Reform – Commercial Consultant Support." This tender falls within the services category, specifically focusing on technical analysis or consultancy services. The location for this contract is within the UK, specifically in the UKG region. The procurement progressed to the award stage, with the contract being signed on 31st July 2026. The process utilised a limited procurement method without prior publication, awarded through the framework of the MIDLANDS HIGHWAYS ALLIANCE PLUS (MHA+) – PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PARTNERSHIP 4 (PSP4), specifically Lot 2. The awarded contract has a duration of six months and is valued at £110,250.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for consultancy firms specialising in technical analysis or consultancy services within the UK, particularly those with expertise in public transport and infrastructure projects. Large-scale businesses, such as Waterman Aspen Limited that have the capacity to deliver specialised consultancy support, would be well-positioned to participate in similar tenders. The emphasis on technical consultancy indicates a continued need for expertise in this field, potentially leading to further opportunities for firms that can provide innovative solutions and strategies for regional transport reform and development initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bus Reform - Commercial Consultant Support

Notice Description

A contract has been awarded to Waterman Aspen Limited for the provision of commercial consultancy support, via Lot 2 (of the MIDLANDS HIGHWAYS ALLIANCE PLUS (MHA+) - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PARTNERSHIP 4 (PSP4) . The contract duration is a period of six (6) months.

Lot Information

Lot 1

A contract has been awarded to Waterman Aspen Limited for the provision of commercial consultancy support, via Lot 2 (of the MIDLANDS HIGHWAYS ALLIANCE PLUS (MHA+) - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PARTNERSHIP 4 (PSP4) . The contract duration is a period of six (6) months.

Procurement Information

A contract has been awarded to Waterman Aspen Limited for the provision of commercial consultancy support, via an appropriate framework route (Direct Award) via Lot 2 (of the MIDLANDS HIGHWAYS ALLIANCE PLUS (MHA+) - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PARTNERSHIP 4 (PSP4) .

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d93b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072883-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£110,250 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jul 20266 days 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

WATERMAN ASPEN

Further Information

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