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title: "ITEP0532 - OT Modernisation Refresh 6 month Extension"
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# ITEP0532 - OT Modernisation Refresh 6 month Extension

Buyer: NATIONAL HIGHWAYS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-00218448-cb42-42a5-8ae1-591189d62188

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## Summary

National Highways has awarded a contract extension titled "ITEP0532 - OT Modernisation Refresh 6 month Extension" in the category of project management consultancy services. The contract pertains to the operational technology (OT) strategy modernization and refresh efforts essential for managing the Strategic Road Network and other National Highways priorities. An additional six-month period has been granted to the existing contract, concluding on 30th September 2025. The procurement method employed was selective, utilizing a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract period starting on 1st April 2025 and ending on 30th September 2025. The total contract value is £294,000, and it encompasses services across various regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom.

This tender extension represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in project management consultancy services to contribute to the modernization of critical infrastructure technology. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in particular are well-suited to compete for such contracts, given the procurement's alignment with their capabilities. Establishing a collaboration with National Highways through this project could present substantial growth opportunities by demonstrating expertise in delivering complex tech refreshes, thus positioning businesses favourably for future high-value contracts. The prime contractor for this award is Cross 8 Limited, a large-scale company based in Leamington Spa.

## Notice

ITEP0532 - OT Modernisation Refresh 6 month Extension An extension to the current contract which ends on 31/03/25. This is a 6 month extension to conclude all work. Background In the Operational Technology Strategy, we recognised the significant role OT plays in the complex system of managing the Strategic Road Network and other National Highways strategic priorities. The OT Modernisation and Refresh Portfolio Team will provide the core function of Coordination, Planning, Delivery & Reporting of the Op tech refresh. The team will complete the detailed OT analysis and stakeholder engagements. They will produce detailed refresh plans which will be agreed with the delivery partners whilst maintaining the forward-facing review for modernisation, bringing in new, updated assets / services as appropriate. This extension will end on 30/09/25

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d971b82e-7a97-43ae-a1bc-cc7cfe773db4 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £294,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £294,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL HIGHWAYS |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B1 1RN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CROSS 8 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72224000 - Project management consultancy services

## Release History

- 17 Mar 2025 at 13:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d971b82e-7a97-43ae-a1bc-cc7cfe773db4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d971b82e-7a97-43ae-a1bc-cc7cfe773db4
  17th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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