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title: "T0176 Implementation of the Innovation and Research Strategy"
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# T0176 Implementation of the Innovation and Research Strategy

Buyer: HIGHWAYS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1d2cb900-4a2f-4c05-8da8-624c07d03527

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "T0176 Implementation of the Innovation and Research Strategy" was conducted by Highways England, located in Bristol, England. The contract, classified under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services, has a total value of £66,558.41 and was awarded on November 9, 2021. The contract period is set to run until April 30, 2022. This selective procurement process was executed as a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period having ended on September 29, 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in research, consultancy, and innovation services, particularly those capable of translating strategic goals into operational processes. Companies that specialise in developing guidance and support for public sector organisations would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts. As Highways England is a large buyer in the sector, vendors that can demonstrate experience in delivering complex projects within tight timelines are encouraged to explore these types of opportunities for business growth.

## Notice

This project is required to translate key elements (see below) of Highways England's (HE) new Innovation and research strategy into tangible operational processes and guidance for use by HE staff and our supply chain.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/466e6219-bcac-43f4-a1c8-9254a75ea1e8 |
| 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 | 18 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Nov 2021 |
| Contract period | 9 Nov 2021 - 30 Apr 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £66,558 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £66,558 |
| 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 | WSP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2021 at 16:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/466e6219-bcac-43f4-a1c8-9254a75ea1e8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/466e6219-bcac-43f4-a1c8-9254a75ea1e8
  18th November 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7b82f253-a1bd-44ef-8697-5b0556382f55
  n/a

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