--- title: "Cost Planning Service Provider 2021 framework" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-23a56545-bcbe-416f-87f0-06136d33d52e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-23a56545-bcbe-416f-87f0-06136d33d52e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-23a56545-bcbe-416f-87f0-06136d33d52e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-23a56545-bcbe-416f-87f0-06136d33d52e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "HIGHWAYS ENGLAND" published: "2021-03-08" --- # Cost Planning Service Provider 2021 framework Buyer: HIGHWAYS ENGLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-23a56545-bcbe-416f-87f0-06136d33d52e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-23a56545-bcbe-416f-87f0-06136d33d52e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-23a56545-bcbe-416f-87f0-06136d33d52e.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves Highways England seeking to establish a new framework for the Cost Planning Service Provider for 2021, which is designed to provide essential cost estimating services for various road projects across the UK. This tender falls under the services category, with a total value of £4,900,000. It is currently in the active tender stage, with submissions due by 9 April 2021. The chosen service providers will assist in delivering detailed cost plans crucial for funding approvals throughout the project lifecycle. The contract period will commence on 18 May 2021 and conclude on 17 November 2023, covering numerous regions across the United Kingdom. This opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses specialised in cost estimation and project management within the infrastructure sector. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, as the procurement method is open, allowing for a wider array of bidders. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in project and design preparation, alongside a strong understanding of the UK's Road Investment Strategy, will be advantageous in this competitive tender landscape. This framework's establishment could lead to ongoing partnerships and projects related to road infrastructure, thus expanding business horizons. ## Notice Highways England is replacing its current Cost Planning Service Provider framework, which provides cost estimating services for road projects. The Cost Planning function is responsible for delivering cost planning services which ensures that the business has detailed cost information to make properly informed business decisions and that governance is maintained. The cost plans prepared by the CP team are used to approve funding at various stages of the project lifecycle. All major programme budgets and funding approvals are informed by cost plans produced by the Cost Planning function. This procurement seeks to bolster the in-house Cost Planning resources. The framework seeks to appoint 3 service providers to deliver cost plans for projects in the UK Government's Road Investment Strategy over a 30 month period. Additional information: How to Express Interest in this Tender: 1. Register for a free account at https://highways.bravosolution.co.uk 2. Click the 'ITTs Open To All Suppliers' link. (These are Invitations to Tender (ITT) open to any registered supplier). Click on the relevant ITT to access the content. Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page. This will move the ITT into your 'My ITTs' page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only) You can now access any attachments by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'ITT Details' box 3. Click 'My Response' under 'ITT Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining). You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with Highways England and seek any clarification. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the ITT. There may be a mixture of online & offline actions for you to perform. You must then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. If you require any further assistance please consult the online help, or contact the eTendering help desk. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec561f10-a31b-49bf-9deb-db767da33eda | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Mar 2021 | | Submission deadline | 9 Apr 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 17 May 2021 - 17 Nov 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £4,900,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | HIGHWAYS ENGLAND | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M1 2WD | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Piccadilly | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Central | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71242000 - Project and design preparation, estimation of costs ## Release History - 8 Mar 2021 at 20:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec561f10-a31b-49bf-9deb-db767da33eda ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec561f10-a31b-49bf-9deb-db767da33eda 8th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9756cb59-8c19-4b73-b6ac-f5f5e8762ef9 n/a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b8ce6fd5-5c2b-47fc-a854-e2cbbc50c011 n/a ## Notice URLs - https://highways.bravosolution.co.uk - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/highways-england ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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