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title: "T0674 Network Development Technical Partner 2021-24 2b"
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# T0674 Network Development Technical Partner 2021-24 2b

Buyer: NATIONAL HIGHWAYS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a9667f76-11bc-472b-9d3d-1e609dfcac8c

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by National Highways involves the "T0674 Network Development Technical Partner 2021-24 2b" project, categorised under development consultancy services. This project covers multiple geographical locations including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and other parts of the world. The procurement was executed using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The award stage has been completed as of 30th April 2025, with the contract period running from 29th April 2025 to 31st October 2026. The overarching aim is to deliver a suite of technical services, including strategic studies, programmatic assessments, and development of long-term strategies, while adhering to the Collaborative Performance Framework of National Highways.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the development consultancy sector. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to leverage this opportunity, given their suitability for the project requirements. By collaborating effectively with National Highways, businesses can strengthen their portfolios through strategic studies and technical services for a range of projects. Participation in this project provides a platform to engage in high-level network development tasks and contribute to long-term transport strategy planning, thereby fostering potential for substantial business growth and expansion into new markets.

## Notice

The following tasks are those that are required to complete this delivery work package i.e. production of multiple study reports. Please note that this phase builds on the scope of works set out in the initial contract. The section below attempts to summarise the full service being sought from suppliers, with more detailed description of the specific tasks listed in the later tables. The timelines are indicative based on current understanding of the process and any suggested hours/staff level involvement/number of meetings are indicative to help the tender submission. Where specific guidance is not given the supplier should explain any assumptions made in the methodology proposed. The overall project level scope of this study programme is to deliver, on a flexible basis, and as necessary the following technical services: 1. PCF Stage 0 studies 2. PCF 0 follow on work, which consists of additional technical services to assist NPD in responding to requests from our stakeholders for additional evidence 3. Pre-PCF 0 early investigation work as to the potential case for a study 4. Strategic studies 5. Programmatic assessments 6. Technical services as needed for the pipeline of RIS candidate projects going through early PCF stages. 7. The development of long-term strategies building on broad ranging transport research We will require the Consultant to align with the following: 1. Meet an agreed set of key milestones for each allocated study/workstream 2. Ensure spend is within agreed budget 3. Demonstrate efficiencies in programme and project management 4. Demonstrate an approach that will assist NPD in achieving the partnership aims listed in section 2 5. The Consultant's performance will be monitored in accordance with National Highways "Collaborative Performance Framework" (CPF). This will be used to: - Determine level of achievement of pre-defined outcomes within known timeframes and to cost - Ensure appropriate Consultant conduct and drive improved performance As part of our collaborative target for this commission it is expected that the Consultant and National Highways would both score a minimum of 6 for performance management reporting, and that both parties will aim for their performance scores to improve at the second bi-annual CPF assessment point, and again at any subsequent reviews should the end date of this commission extend to a further review.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd0e4ce5-19c5-45fd-a34b-af26811dae39 |
| 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 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 28 Apr 2025 - 31 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £499,999 |
| 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 | NATIONAL HIGHWAYS |
| 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 | Not specified |

## 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

- 73220000 - Development consultancy services

## Release History

- 30 Apr 2025 at 09:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd0e4ce5-19c5-45fd-a34b-af26811dae39

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd0e4ce5-19c5-45fd-a34b-af26811dae39
  30th April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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