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title: "Homes England - Lot 1 - Cambridge Mass Rapid Transit Strategic Outline Business Case"
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# Homes England - Lot 1 - Cambridge Mass Rapid Transit Strategic Outline Business Case

Buyer: HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a8a10f4e-89a9-47d1-a9a0-04032c97fb29

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by Homes England, pertains to the "Cambridge Mass Rapid Transit Strategic Outline Business Case" project. This project falls under the services category, specifically within architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. It aims to develop a strategic outline business case to support the transport strategy of Greater Cambridge. The procurement process has reached the award stage, with WSP UK Limited appointed as the supplier. Key milestones include the tender period ending on 15 January 2026, with the contract commencing on 2 February 2026 and concluding on 25 September 2026. The project is situated in England, offering a contract valued at £111,716.80.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for SMEs able to deliver architectural and engineering services, benefiting from participating in a regionally significant transport strategy project. While WSP UK Limited, as a large-scale supplier, won this contract, such procurement processes encourage SMEs to compete and grow their portfolio by leveraging public sector engagements. This project might suit businesses looking to expand their expertise in strategic urban planning and mass transit solutions. Homes England's investment in this area indicates a commitment to enhancing regional transport infrastructures, paving the way for future opportunities in similar sectors.

## Notice

Cambridge Mass Rapid Transit Strategic Outline Business Case - Produce a robust and fully compliant Project Level Strategic Outline Business Case for a Mass Rapid Transit solution to support strategic growth and transport strategy for Greater Cambridge.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb0db57f-52a2-4632-8148-c34428c9d2e5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not applicable |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Feb 2026 - 25 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £111,716 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £111,716 |
| 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 | HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY) |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE4 5BZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Arthur's Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 23 Feb 2026 at 16:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb0db57f-52a2-4632-8148-c34428c9d2e5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb0db57f-52a2-4632-8148-c34428c9d2e5
  23rd February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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