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Cheshire and Warrington Combined Authority - Client Side Lead on the Transport Operating Model, Function Assessment and Transition Planning Project

CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL

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03 Aug 2026 at 13:53

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Cheshire West and Chester Council has concluded the tendering process for the role of Client Side Lead on the Transport Operating Model, Function Assessment, and Transition Planning Project for the Cheshire and Warrington Combined Authority. The procurement, classified under the services category, specifically targets project management consultancy services. The contract was awarded directly, bypassing competition due to its below-threshold status. The project, located in the region denoted as UKD, United Kingdom, commenced on 27th July 2026 and is anticipated to conclude by 26th December 2026, with an optional three-month extension potentially extending the engagement to 31st March 2027. The project outcomes, including a report, are scheduled for presentation by December 2026.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy, particularly those experienced in project management within the transportation sector. Given the direct procurement method, businesses like Croftdale Services Limited, which are small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), are well-suited to participate in similar opportunities that require expertise in shaping Request for Quotations (RFQs), managing and evaluating bids, and executing robust project management strategies. Engaging in such contracts can enhance a firm's portfolio, contribute to sector-specific expertise, and establish or strengthen relationships with public sector clients.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cheshire and Warrington Combined Authority - Client Side Lead on the Transport Operating Model, Function Assessment and Transition Planning Project

Notice Description

CWCA are seeking a proposal for a consultant to act as the Client Lead for this project, the key tasks are: * Shaping the RFQ * Supporting procurement and evaluation of bids submitted * Managing and challenging the consultants once appointed * Project management to ensure expected outcomes and deadlines are met Indicative timescales are for a mid-July start, two to three months consulting work, with their report produced for November and presented to a Board in December 2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06da22
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073259-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£39,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
26 Jul 2026 - 26 Dec 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
ELLESMERE PORT
Postcode
CH65 0BA
Post Town
Chester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Central & Grange
Westminster Constituency
Ellesmere Port and Bromborough

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CROFTDALE SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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