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title: "CASTLE Phase 2 Feasibility Study and Support"
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# CASTLE Phase 2 Feasibility Study and Support

Buyer: TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a45ac769-f2c8-4db6-aa92-f91b971d94a6

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "CASTLE Phase 2 Feasibility Study and Support" has been facilitated by the Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA), located in Darlington, England. This process belongs to the services industry category, specifically focusing on the feasibility study sector with a CPV code of 79314000. The project is situated in the North East of the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is in the award phase, with TRL Limited being the active supplier. The contract, valued at £210,000, commenced on 13 October 2025 and is set to conclude on 12 October 2026, with an option for extension for an additional 12 months. The procurement method was selective, executed through a call-off from a framework agreement, specifically Lot 7 of the CCS RM0699 Transport Technology & Associated Services Framework.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in feasibility studies and related services, particularly those experienced in working with transport technology and infrastructure projects. SMEs may find this opportunity particularly appealing due to the suitability considerations built into the procurement, favouring such entities. Engaging in this contract could significantly enhance business growth by expanding a firm's portfolio and establishing a relationship with a reputable authority like the Tees Valley Combined Authority. Large businesses, like TRL Limited, which already have the credentials and capacity to handle comprehensive studies in the transport industry, would be well-suited to compete in similar future tenders.

## Notice

Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA), part of the Tees Valley Combined Authority Group, has entered into a contract with the awarded provider for CASTLE Phase 2 Feasibility Study and Support. 12 month contract, with option to extend by 12 months. Direct Award to via Lot 7 of CCS RM0699 Transport Technology & Associated Services Framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/738b4bb5-2b57-41d5-9bbf-79a47d1cd138 |
| 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 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 12 Oct 2025 - 12 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £210,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £210,000 |
| 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 | TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY |
| Locality | DARLINGTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL2 1NJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC33 Darlington |
| Local authority | Darlington |
| Electoral ward | Sadberge & Middleton St George |
| Westminster constituency | Stockton West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79314000 - Feasibility study

## Release History

- 30 Sep 2025 at 14:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/738b4bb5-2b57-41d5-9bbf-79a47d1cd138

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/738b4bb5-2b57-41d5-9bbf-79a47d1cd138
  30th September 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://teesvalley-ca.gov.uk/

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