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title: "C0061 Commercial Intelligence & Unit Cost Modelling 2026"
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# C0061 Commercial Intelligence & Unit Cost Modelling 2026

Buyer: NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6704175e-357c-4e0b-902f-fc5e1007286c

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## Summary

The project titled "C0061 Commercial Intelligence & Unit Cost Modelling 2026," commissioned by National Highways Limited, involves services related to project and design preparation, estimation of costs. This procurement process, classified under the CPV code 71242000, falls within the final award stage, with Jacobs being the successful supplier. The contract, valued at £893,162.48, will span from 2 February 2026 to 31 March 2027 and includes tasks like support unit cost & efficiency reporting, development of new metrics, and specialist/expert cost intelligence support. The selective procurement method was utilised, specifically through a call-off from a framework agreement, with submissions closing on 7 November 2025.

This procurement contract presents significant opportunities for business growth particularly suited to SMEs and VCSEs capable of contributing to cost estimation, efficiency transformation, and carbon management projects. Businesses with expertise in unit cost modelling and cost intelligence will find substantial avenues to enhance their portfolio, given National Highways Limited's focus on periodic reviews of existing processes. The expansive geographic delivery scope covers regions like the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories, offering a broad market landscape for capable providers in the services category.

## Notice

To provide: Support unit cost & efficiency reporting Support transformation of carbon management & reporting Support cost estimating Support periodic reviews of existing structures and processes Specialist/expert support where required on Cost Intelligence issues Annual Programme / Longer Term Projects Development of new metrics to support future efficiency claims

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f2becd9-1abb-47a4-91e3-c31e986e1adf |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 2 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £893,162 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £893,162 |
| 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 LIMITED |
| 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 | JACOBS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71242000 - Project and design preparation, estimation of costs

## Release History

- 16 Dec 2025 at 12:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f2becd9-1abb-47a4-91e3-c31e986e1adf

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f2becd9-1abb-47a4-91e3-c31e986e1adf
  16th December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/89907385-552a-46c6-b141-ef6016bb49dd
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