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title: "T0129 Investigate VSLs for severe weather"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0a02f450-0ac7-42ce-b20e-b30cccfa273c"
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buyer: "HIGHWAYS ENGLAND"
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# T0129 Investigate VSLs for severe weather

Buyer: HIGHWAYS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0a02f450-0ac7-42ce-b20e-b30cccfa273c

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "T0129 Investigate VSLs for severe weather" is initiated by Highways England, aiming to enhance road user experience and safety. Classified under research and development services, this project, valued at £190,179.51, falls within the services category. The tender period has concluded, with bids having to be submitted by 27 July 2021. The contract period commenced on 13 September 2021 and will run until 31 March 2022, with delivery expected across the United Kingdom and various British Overseas Territories.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in transport consultancy, infrastructure research, and safety systems. Companies with capabilities in research and development services, along with the capacity to deliver innovative solutions within a tight timeframe, would be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts. The selective procurement method suggests potential openings for established firms to partner on this contract under specific framework agreements, which can foster growth and collaboration within the industry.

## Notice

This project intends to provide road users with a better experience and improve journey satisfaction by making them feel safe and in control of their journeys, contributing to the Transport Focus aim during RIS 2.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8bcd527-c698-417f-ace7-ee3518f5e4c9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Sep 2021 |
| Contract period | 12 Sep 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £190,179 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £190,179 |
| 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 | HIGHWAYS ENGLAND |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 6HA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Lawrence Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FUTRAN JV |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 13 Sep 2021 at 15:34 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8bcd527-c698-417f-ace7-ee3518f5e4c9
- 13 Sep 2021 at 15:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8bcd527-c698-417f-ace7-ee3518f5e4c9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8bcd527-c698-417f-ace7-ee3518f5e4c9
  13th September 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f7933185-fab2-490e-999a-d7b32b01bf29
  n/a

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