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title: "S30049 A38 Derby Junction Designing Validation Works"
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# S30049 A38 Derby Junction Designing Validation Works

Buyer: NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0e6d2ed8-2de7-4014-aed4-ab6a05b449f1

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by National Highways Limited focused on the project titled "S30049 A38 Derby Junction Designing Validation Works," which falls under the industry category of development consultancy services. The procurement method used was selective, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract award stage was completed on 27th January 2026, with an active award to Arcadis Consulting UK Limited, covering regions including the United Kingdom and various overseas territories. The tendering phase ended on 16th January 2026, and the contract period spans from 27th January to 31st May 2026. The total contract value awarded is £452,132.49.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in providing consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in design maturity assessments and digital modelling. Companies experienced in transportation infrastructure projects or those capable of meeting complex design validation needs can leverage this opportunity to expand their portfolio. SMEs may find this contract particularly suitable given the procurement's suitability criteria, further encouraging growth and development in the consultancy market. Collaborating with a large organisation like National Highways Limited could provide strategic business insights and enhance reputation in the infrastructure consultancy sector.

## Notice

Following on from Phase 1 GAP analysis a Detailed assessment of the design maturity to verify that the 3D digital model accurately represents the intended design, highlight and Risk, or gaps to filled before tender or by the oncoming Delivery Partner. Proposed scope detail to Include: - TA Design maturity assessment (design gap analysis) - completion based on information available to date. - PDP DCO and Stage 5 design basis - define what standards etc. - PDP design composition (List down PDP design deliverables used for this assessment) - PDP gap analysis exercise: a. Stage 5 design package completion status (% age complete, what is remaining) b. Stage 5 design package approval status and if approved with comments their significance (minor / major) (i.e. AIP approved, significance of any comments) - Define and list down design changes required post PDP work (i.e. DCO Requirements work partially completed or was not considered) - Define design changes made post PDP work (i.e. Update of Arcadis work from Nov 2024 to date) - Design opportunities / VE identification - Design risks emerging from prior to current scope including risks highlighted through gap analysis exercise Schedule of regular review meeting to monitor progress between National Highways and Arcadis to ensure output is met - Final deliverable to be in a report format, which should include the following items: - Design overview background (This section to include PDP design prior to their termination of contract) - Design maturity, design completeness, design work remaining, and design status report - Update around assurance completed by Arcadis under TA role - Design opportunities / VE identification/Efficiencies - Carbon and biodiversity position - PDP DCO and Stage 5 design basis - define what standards etc - Define design changes made post PDP work (i.e. Update of Arcadis work from Nov 2024 to date) - Define and list down design changes required post PDP work (i.e. DCO Requirements work partially completed or was not considered) - Identify areas around design de-risking ahead of / during procurement for National Highways

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c96782d-d26d-498a-9cd2-9db89fd633b8 |
| 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 | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 27 Jan 2026 - 31 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £400,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £452,132 |
| 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 LIMITED |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 6GA |
| 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 | ARCADIS CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73220000 - Development consultancy services

## Release History

- 29 Jan 2026 at 20:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c96782d-d26d-498a-9cd2-9db89fd633b8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c96782d-d26d-498a-9cd2-9db89fd633b8
  29th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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