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title: "1-1095 Development of performance metric for user perception of ride quality"
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# 1-1095 Development of performance metric for user perception of ride quality

Buyer: HIGHWAYS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-15d611c6-d676-449d-bd84-d7e7f47bbde4

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## Summary

Highways England is soliciting consultancy services for the project titled "1-1095 Development of performance metric for user perception of ride quality." This procurement, classified under Research and development services (CPV code 73000000), is taking place in the South East of the United Kingdom. The tender period has concluded as of 26th June 2020, with the contract now active, having commenced on 28th July 2020 and set to run until 31st March 2022. The procurement was carried out through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with a total contract value of £429,450.23.

This project presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in consultancy and research services, particularly for those with experience in transport and infrastructure metrics. Companies focused on stakeholder engagement and collaborative projects will find this tender particularly relevant. Furthermore, as the contract allows for engagement with the voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sector, organisations within this space are encouraged to consider their alignment and potential contributions to the project's objectives.

## Notice

To support the delivery of this Work Package's objectives the Consultant will be required to: - work in collaboration with Highways England in the delivery of the ride quality metric - engage with Highways England's stakeholders (internal and external). In association with the Client Project Sponsor, the Consultant will plan stakeholder meetings and advice on possible engagement opportunities. It is expected that the Consultant will be proactive in its approach to delivering the Work Package and engage appropriate parties to deliver a sound pavement ride quality metric. This Work Package is made up of 6 tasks split into four phases. At the end of each phase, presentations will be made by the Consultant to the stakeholders to describe the work carried out, the conclusions from the work . The work to be carried out under each task and the deliverables from the tasks are described below.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa7c8b2d-ea1b-4896-ac5e-7913d01a7be9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jul 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jun 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Jul 2020 |
| Contract period | 27 Jul 2020 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £429,450 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £429,450 |
| 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 | 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TRL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 28 Jul 2020 at 17:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa7c8b2d-ea1b-4896-ac5e-7913d01a7be9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa7c8b2d-ea1b-4896-ac5e-7913d01a7be9
  28th July 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3a7f4676-ad19-40f3-92ba-24614334595a
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