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title: "CWC24124 - BCT A456 Dudley OBC"
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buyer: "WOLVERHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL"
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# CWC24124 - BCT A456 Dudley OBC

Buyer: WOLVERHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1aedfd5e-39bb-4365-8334-19ac3337c727

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## Summary

The City of Wolverhampton Council, acting on behalf of Black Country Transport, has successfully awarded a contract for highways consultancy services related to the A456 corridor, identified for necessary investment by Dudley MBC. The process concluded with the awarding of the contract to Haskoning UK Limited. This procurement, classified under the CPV scheme "71311210 - Highways consultancy services", aimed to appoint a suitable organisation for the Outline Business Case (OBC) for infrastructure enhancements along the A456 corridor in Dudley, bordering Birmingham and Worcestershire. This direct award method facilitated a swift procurement outcome, with the contract commencing on 16th April 2026 and concluding at the end of December 2026.

This contract presents significant opportunity for businesses in the consultancy sector, particularly those specialising in highways and infrastructure development. SMEs may find this sector promising for growth, with Wolverhampton City Council providing a platform for such organisations to engage with substantial government projects. The involvement in projects at this level can establish credibility, extend networks within public sectors, and act as a springboard for future collaborations or contracts within related industry categories. Haskoning UK Limited's success in securing the contract through direct award reflects both capability and strategic alignment with the Council's objectives, suggesting that similar firms in consulting services may benefit from pursuing such business ventures.

## Notice

City of Wolverhampton Council on behalf of Black Country Transport (BCT) is looking to appoint a suitable organisation to undertake work for the Outline Business Case (OBC) for the A456 corridor. The A456 has been identified by Dudley MBC as a corridor that warrants investment. The A456 sits in the borough of Dudley, close to the border of Birmingham and Worcestershire. It is also close to the M5 Junction 3 near Quinton. Utilising ESPO 664_25 Lot 5

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9cc1ed5d-1bfd-4920-ac2a-c2840c1717be |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 15 Apr 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £160,525 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £160,525 |
| 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 | WOLVERHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | WOLVERHAMPTON |
| Post town | Wolverhampton |
| Postcode | WV1 1RL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG39 Wolverhampton |
| Local authority | Wolverhampton |
| Electoral ward | St Peters |
| Westminster constituency | Wolverhampton West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71311210 - Highways consultancy services

## Release History

- 28 Apr 2026 at 10:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9cc1ed5d-1bfd-4920-ac2a-c2840c1717be

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9cc1ed5d-1bfd-4920-ac2a-c2840c1717be
  28th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.wolverhampton.gov.uk

## Provenance

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