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title: "S30001 Decarbonising concrete by validating the use of lower carbon cement blends for incorporation in the standards"
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# S30001 Decarbonising concrete by validating the use of lower carbon cement blends for incorporation in the standards

Buyer: NATIONAL HIGHWAYS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-56ae7cc1-e4c8-4c60-b2e4-f283e2ac9015

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## Summary

The procurement process led by National Highways focuses on the project titled "S30001 Decarbonising concrete by validating the use of lower carbon cement blends for incorporation in the standards". This initiative falls under the industry category of Development Consultancy Services (CPV: 73220000) and aims to support the UK's net-zero emissions targets through innovative concrete decarbonisation efforts. The procurement, valued at £60,898.20, went through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, awarded to Ove Arup & Partners Ltd - SPaTS, commenced on 28th October 2025 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2026. This opportunity extends across various regions including the United Kingdom, British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and beyond, and it reached the award stage with the final publication date being the 30th of October 2025.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses capable of contributing to sustainable development and alignment with the UK's environmental goals. Businesses specialising in construction consultancy, especially those with expertise in sustainable materials and net-zero strategies, are well-suited for such projects. Although the award has been completed, the involvement in this sector can enhance a company's portfolio and credibility in leading-edge environmental initiatives. National Highways is a prominent player making strides towards sustainability, offering substantial collaboration potential for SMEs and larger organisations committed to similar values.

## Notice

The overarching objective of this research project is to support the UK's commitment to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 by accelerating the decarbonisation of concrete through the validation and standardisation of lower carbon binary and ternary blended cements. As a key stakeholder in the UK's infrastructure network, National Highways is committed to enabling this transition through the delivery of its Construction and Maintenance Net Zero by 2040 Plan.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/910a2db9-5884-4207-9dc4-991fe7dc2277 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 28 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,898 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £60,898 |
| 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 | NATIONAL HIGHWAYS |
| 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 | OVE ARUP & PARTNERS LTD - SPATS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73220000 - Development consultancy services

## Release History

- 30 Oct 2025 at 14:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/910a2db9-5884-4207-9dc4-991fe7dc2277

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/910a2db9-5884-4207-9dc4-991fe7dc2277
  30th October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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