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title: "Secondment of Waterman Aspen Staff under the MHA Framework"
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buyer: "STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Secondment of Waterman Aspen Staff under the MHA Framework

Buyer: STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-02ea1cbc-9603-4441-9a49-d7058ad3b65e

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## Summary

Staffordshire County Council has completed a procurement process involving the secondment of Waterman Aspen staff under the Midlands Highways Alliance PSP4 framework. The procurement, tagged as an award stage and initiated as a tender, focuses on infrastructure works consultancy services within the West Midlands, UK. The process uses a selective procurement method via a direct award, stipulating call-off from the framework agreement. Key dates include the tender period ending on 27th April 2026, and the contract period spanning from 26th May 2026 to 30th November 2026. This award, valued at £53,005.44, highlights the involvement of the primary supplier, Waterman Aspen Ltd.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialized in consultancy services related to infrastructure works, especially those already engaged in or entering framework agreements. The procurement, supporting both SMEs and VCSEs, offers a conducive environment for organisations providing temporary professional staff and secondments. Businesses well-versed in delivery across regional infrastructure projects might find this sector-specific engagement advantageous for showcasing expertise and expanding their portfolio in a competitive procurement landscape. Engaging in such frameworks can foster long-term growth and establish a foothold in the public sector marketplace.

## Notice

This is a direct award from the compliant Midlands Highways Alliance PSP4 framework agreement where Waterman Aspen sit as the primary rank 1 supplier for Lot 2 Temporary Professional Staff & Secondments. The award process is via a direct award in accordance with the PSP4 instructions. Additional information: THIS IS NOT A CONTRACT OPPORTUNITY. THIS IS A CONTRACT AWARD

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/381e3cd1-1339-4f57-890b-df7bc3d579b5 |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 25 May 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £53,005 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £53,005 |
| 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 | STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | STAFFORD |
| Post town | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Postcode | ST16 2DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG24 Staffordshire CC |
| Local authority | Stafford |
| Electoral ward | Forebridge |
| Westminster constituency | Stafford |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WATERMAN ASPEN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services

## Release History

- 1 May 2026 at 10:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/381e3cd1-1339-4f57-890b-df7bc3d579b5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/381e3cd1-1339-4f57-890b-df7bc3d579b5
  1st May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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