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title: "England's Economic Heartland - Freight Topic Paper"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-87190993-4a19-421b-a73b-90344f4bba07"
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buyer: "BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# England's Economic Heartland - Freight Topic Paper

Buyer: BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-87190993-4a19-421b-a73b-90344f4bba07

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by Buckinghamshire County Council, concerns the award of a contract titled "England's Economic Heartland - Freight Topic Paper." This project falls within the transport systems consultancy services category and is based in the South East of England. The procurement stage has been completed, with the award made on 3rd September 2018, and the contract period spanning from 11th October 2018 to 28th February 2019. The total contract value amounts to £70,449 and was procured through a direct award method, allowing for streamlined acquisition without a competitive tendering process.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in transport systems consulting and related services, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their contract portfolio. The study aims to analyse freight accessibility and create efficient solutions that unlock economic potential, making it a prime opportunity for consultants with expertise in logistics, environmental planning, and strategic infrastructure development. Firms that can demonstrate innovation in transport solutions will be well-positioned to compete effectively for similar future contracts.

## Notice

How does England's Economic Heartland (EEH) plan for the most efficient way of providing access to goods that unlocks economic potential, protects environment and future-proofs the network for the benefit of everyone? The purpose of this study is to define a clear starting point for freight sub nationally, analyse the implications of future scenario changes, identify how EEH can capitalise on opportunities and mitigate risk - and plan for this by drawing on technical conclusions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c292e51-9b9a-4cd9-8a99-91346384022f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jan 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Aug 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Sep 2018 |
| Contract period | 10 Oct 2018 - 28 Feb 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,449 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £70,449 |
| 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 | BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | AYLESBURY |
| Post town | Hemel Hempstead |
| Postcode | HP20 1YQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ13 Buckinghamshire |
| Local authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Electoral ward | Aylesbury North |
| Westminster constituency | Aylesbury |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WSP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

## Release History

- 17 Jan 2019 at 10:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c292e51-9b9a-4cd9-8a99-91346384022f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c292e51-9b9a-4cd9-8a99-91346384022f
  17th January 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.englandseconomicheartland.com

## Provenance

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