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title: "HRE - CLOSED BRANCH LINES MINOR WORKS - SKE/6, Firswood road - Various works."
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# HRE - CLOSED BRANCH LINES MINOR WORKS - SKE/6, Firswood road - Various works.

Buyer: NATIONAL HIGHWAYS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c63bf9a7-f40b-429d-8acf-71b48c9e8986

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## Summary

National Highways has completed a procurement process for minor works on closed branch lines, titled "HRE - CLOSED BRANCH LINES MINOR WORKS - SKE/6, Firswood road - Various works." This tender, classified under the industry category of railway maintenance or service vehicles, and railway freight wagons, involved selective procurement through a call-off from a framework agreement. The works will be conducted in the North East and North West regions of the United Kingdom, starting from 18th November 2024 and concluding by 19th March 2025. The total value of the contract is £28,749.73. The award was finalised on 18th November 2024, indicating the contract phase has been reached.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in railway maintenance and related services, particularly those capable of working within the specified regions. It is especially suited for SMEs, providing them an avenue to demonstrate their expertise and build a portfolio of government projects. The awarded contract to Bethell, a large-scale company, reflects the competitive yet rewarding nature of such tenders, encouraging businesses to leverage framework agreements to secure similar opportunities. Businesses with experience in maintenance of rail vehicles and wagons would find this project aligns well with their capabilities and growth ambitions.

## Notice

HRE - CLOSED BRANCH LINES MINOR WORKS - SKE/6, Firswood road - Various works.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23842dd8-1b27-41ec-b178-f2b8cc5f1e21 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| 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 | 18 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 18 Nov 2024 - 19 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £28,749 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £28,749 |
| 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 | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34621000 - Railway maintenance or service vehicles, and railway freight wagons

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2024 at 13:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23842dd8-1b27-41ec-b178-f2b8cc5f1e21

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23842dd8-1b27-41ec-b178-f2b8cc5f1e21
  18th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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