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title: "Bus Fleet Engineering and Operations Consultancy"
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# Bus Fleet Engineering and Operations Consultancy

Buyer: WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b7229532-9935-470e-af4f-9cc6b196fc5f

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## Summary

The West Midlands Combined Authority has awarded a contract for Bus Fleet Engineering and Operations Consultancy services to Constellia Public Limited. This procurement falls under the industry category of technical analysis or consultancy services and is located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. The process utilised a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement, marking a significant step in the award stage. The contract commenced on 9th February 2026 and is expected to run for an initial 6-month period, with the possibility of a 3-month extension, making the final end date 8th August 2026. The contract was valued at £99,489.80.

This tender presents promising opportunities for large-scale businesses specialising in technical consultancy services to engage with the public sector. With the West Midlands Combined Authority as the buying organisation, firms with expertise in transport consultancy, particularly in bus fleet engineering and operations, would find this contract suitable for expanding their portfolio. While not apt for SMEs or VCSEs, the project could open pathways for larger entities to establish or strengthen their presence in the public infrastructure domain within the region. The consultancy work promises significant involvement in strategic planning and technical evaluations, offering a platform for growth and influence in the sector.

## Notice

A Contract has been awarded to Constellia Public Limited, for the provision of Bus Fleet Engineering and Operations Consultancy, for an initial period of 6 months, with the option to extend for a further 3 months, starting on 9th February 2026.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76c3d888-8ba9-4cf7-aafe-df7cb64edcd7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 9 Feb 2026 - 8 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £99,489 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £99,489 |
| 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 | WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B19 3SD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Newtown |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CONSTELLIA PUBLIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2026 at 10:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76c3d888-8ba9-4cf7-aafe-df7cb64edcd7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76c3d888-8ba9-4cf7-aafe-df7cb64edcd7
  20th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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