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title: "MCHW review and update - drainage"
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# MCHW review and update - drainage

Buyer: HIGHWAYS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7b9d9d7f-d7aa-448c-9d01-6fda82e06592

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Highways England, which is seeking to commission a contract for specialist technical services related to the review and update of the Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works (MCHW) concerning drainage. The procurement is classified under research and development services and related consultancy services, with a total estimated value of £208,396.35. The contract was awarded on 26 August 2021, and the contract period is set to commence on 1 September 2021 and conclude on 30 November 2023. The procurement method utilised is selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and the process has now reached the award stage following a completed tender process, with the tender period having ended on 22 July 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those with expertise in drainage and highway works consultancy. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with relevant technical capabilities will find this contract particularly suitable. Companies that specialise in research and development services, technical consultancy, or similar areas may be well-positioned to contribute effectively. This engagement not only allows for participation in enhancing public sector documentation but also offers the potential for future contracts in infrastructure development and maintenance, further supporting business growth in the sector.

## Notice

The SES drainage team needs to commission a contract for specialist technical services to review and rewrite those parts of the Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works (MCHW) associated with drainage in order to remove ambiguity and achieve enhanced usability, structure, content and applicability for modern contract forms and construction.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b808c54-10e2-4580-8ad1-22c9e793290a |
| 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 | 31 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2021 - 30 Nov 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £208,396 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £208,396 |
| 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 | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B1 1RN |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## 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

- 31 Aug 2021 at 14:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b808c54-10e2-4580-8ad1-22c9e793290a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b808c54-10e2-4580-8ad1-22c9e793290a
  31st August 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dd07a66d-cb45-4b24-96a0-215bb83a9d0a
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