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title: "Technical Expertise to Support Development of RIS3 and Government Relations Team"
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# Technical Expertise to Support Development of RIS3 and Government Relations Team

Buyer: HIGHWAYS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8beebbdd-47bf-484c-9b8e-ea1bb3641532

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Highways England seeking technical expertise to support the development of its Regional Innovation and Smart System Strategy (RIS3) and Government Relations Team. This contract is classified under research and development services and related consultancy services, with a total contract value of £3,909,622.46. The contract period commenced on 29 July 2021 and is set to conclude on 31 December 2022. The tender process was conducted selectively, through a call-off from a framework agreement, and the tender opportunity closed on 18 June 2021, with delivery required in the North East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in research and consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in strategic planning and stakeholder engagement. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can offer innovative solutions aligned with governmental objectives may find a suitable competitive edge in this procurement. Companies capable of delivering research and development consultancy services will be well-positioned to compete, driving their growth while contributing to the strategic goals of Highways England.

## Notice

The Strategic Road Network Initial Report (SRN IR) is the first document in a series of products that are created over the road period to set out an objective, evidenced vision (with options) for the SRN over the next Road Period. It will reflect the longer term strategic priorities identified by the Client, Government, ORR, Transport Focus and other stakeholders. As such the overall objective is that the Client agrees a RIS that meets the Government's long-term strategy and the needs of its Customers and Stakeholders which is deliverable and allow the Client to continue to effectively deliver their licence duties.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8df46866-7a8a-49bb-980d-a2a2b8424122 |
| 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 | 29 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jul 2021 |
| Contract period | 28 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,909,622 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,909,622 |
| 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 | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OVE ARUP & PARTNERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 29 Jul 2021 at 09:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8df46866-7a8a-49bb-980d-a2a2b8424122

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8df46866-7a8a-49bb-980d-a2a2b8424122
  29th July 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ec4603c0-314f-434a-a230-798b4f382617
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