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title: "Management of the Supply of Geotechnical Specialist Review Services for Section 38/Section 278 Highways Schemes"
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# Management of the Supply of Geotechnical Specialist Review Services for Section 38/Section 278 Highways Schemes

Buyer: WAKEFIELD COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bd8e9b55-13e8-4515-9f64-bbe9df44f7c0

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## Summary

Wakefield Council has engaged in a procurement process titled "Management of the Supply of Geotechnical Specialist Review Services for Section 38/Section 278 Highways Schemes," aimed at managing geotechnical specialist review services for highways schemes. This process falls under the category of geotechnical engineering services, specifically targeting the Yorkshire and the Humber region in England. The procurement stage is now in the Award phase as of 21 January 2026, following the tender's completion on 1 December 2025. The procurement method utilised was selective, through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £155,257, commenced on 20 January 2026 and is set to conclude on 20 January 2028.

This tender opens up opportunities for businesses specialising in geotechnical engineering services, especially those classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), given the project’s suitability criteria. Large enterprises, such as the awarded supplier Reed Specialist Recruitment Limited trading as Consultancy+, have demonstrated capability in fulfilling such contracts. Engaging in this type of procurement can foster growth by allowing firms exposure to significant projects under a reputable local government authority, potentially leading to expanded service offerings and enhanced industry presence.

## Notice

The management of the provision of geotechnical specialist review services for Section 38/Section 278 highways schemes for Wakefield Council.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cfa1d0a2-99bb-4374-8149-eb3586272453 |
| 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 | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 20 Jan 2026 - 20 Jan 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £155,257 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £155,257 |
| 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 | WAKEFIELD COUNCIL |
| Locality | WAKEFIELD |
| Post town | Wakefield |
| Postcode | WF1 2EB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE45 Wakefield |
| Local authority | Wakefield |
| Electoral ward | Wakefield North |
| Westminster constituency | Wakefield and Rothwell |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | REED SPECIALIST RECRUITMENT LIMITED TRADING AS CONSULTANCY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71332000 - Geotechnical engineering services

## Release History

- 21 Jan 2026 at 14:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cfa1d0a2-99bb-4374-8149-eb3586272453

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cfa1d0a2-99bb-4374-8149-eb3586272453
  21st January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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