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title: "Chief Economist"
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# Chief Economist

Buyer: O F W A T  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-313634e3-4b5c-4d0e-b3bc-653c33fba479

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## Summary

The public procurement process facilitated by O F W A T involved awarding a contract for the role of Chief Economist, classified under construction economics services (CPV code 71321100). The contract, valued at £160,000, encompasses services within England and Wales. The procurement method was a direct, single tender action below threshold, culminating in the award stage on 28th January 2026. The contract period spans from 1st February 2026 to 31st December 2026. The procurement primarily targets services, and it is not specifically suitable for SMEs or VCSEs.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in economic consultancy services, particularly those experienced with construction-related economic analysis. Companies like 4D Economics Ltd, which was awarded the contract, would be well-suited to compete, as they likely possess the necessary expertise and capacity to deliver within the outlined timeframe and budget. The focus on direct procurement suggests opportunities for close collaboration with the buyer and potential for future engagements with public sector entities seeking specialised economic services.

## Notice

Interim Chief Economist Role

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2085b91a-a886-4e22-bcae-5abfa4e29b18 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £160,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £160,000 |
| 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 | O F W A T |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B5 4UA |
| 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 | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | 4D ECONOMICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71321100 - Construction economics services

## Release History

- 28 Jan 2026 at 16:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2085b91a-a886-4e22-bcae-5abfa4e29b18

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2085b91a-a886-4e22-bcae-5abfa4e29b18
  28th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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