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title: "Procurement and Commercial Independent Assurance Panel - Contract Award Notice"
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# Procurement and Commercial Independent Assurance Panel - Contract Award Notice

Buyer: HS2  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1c995d57-9e73-40bc-8d7d-6ce4f7eb283c

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## Summary

The procurement process involves HS2, a notable buyer based in Birmingham, England, which has awarded a contract titled "Procurement and Commercial Independent Assurance Panel" to the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE). The contract, valued at £1,078,500, falls under the industry category of procurement consultancy services. The procurement method was a direct single tender action below threshold, and the contract period commenced on 16th August 2021, continuing until 15th August 2023. This award was officially published on 3rd September 2021, following the conclusion of the tender period which ended on 13th August 2021.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses in the consultancy sector, particularly those specialising in procurement processes and commercial assurance. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to seek similar contracts, as collaboration with major organisations like HS2 can enhance their market presence and capabilities. The contract duration offers a stable engagement span, allowing businesses to establish a strong relationship with HS2 while potentially expanding their portfolio through associated projects within the industry.

## Notice

Contract Award Notice for HS2 Ltd's Procurement and Commercial Independent Assurance Panel awarded to the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) for a period of two years with the option to extend for a further two years

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4083706e-cd53-4f23-bb52-44d3a1eebf5f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | 15 Aug 2021 - 15 Aug 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,078,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,078,500 |
| 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 | HS2 |
| 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 | THE INSTITUTION OF CIVIL ENGINEERS (ICE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79418000 - Procurement consultancy services

## Release History

- 3 Sep 2021 at 07:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4083706e-cd53-4f23-bb52-44d3a1eebf5f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4083706e-cd53-4f23-bb52-44d3a1eebf5f
  3rd September 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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