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# Project Management Support

Buyer: TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cb0bb866-ef6f-4f3c-99e7-ac84e4a24d1d

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## Summary

The TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY, based in Darlington, England, has completed an award for "Project Management Support" services. This procurement process falls under the industry category for the supply services of personnel, particularly temporary staff. The contract involves providing project delivery management resources into the STDC delivery team on a rolling secondment basis. The procurement was conducted through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, specifically ESPO 664_25, Lot 5. The procurement stage has reached completion, with the award status active as of 17th March 2026. The contract spans from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027, with the contract value set at £375,000.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and organisations involved in the voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sectors, which are noted for their suitability for this project. Businesses specialising in supply services of personnel and those with capabilities in CAD Technician, Project Manager, and Assistant Project Manager roles are well-positioned to benefit. The successful supplier awarded the contract is WATERMAN INFRASTRUCTURE & ENVIRONMENT LIMITED, based in London, indicating the project's potential for both regional and national business involvement. The strategic positioning within the North East region of the United Kingdom can serve as a robust platform for qualified service providers aiming to leverage their expertise in this sector.

## Notice

Project delivery management resources into the STDC delivery team on a rolling secondment basis (in lieu of permanent staffing), continuing the arrangements that have been in place for several years. Services covering CAD Technician, Project Manager and Assistant Project Manager functions. Direct Appointment via ESPO 664_25, Lot 5.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23879858-e091-4dc4-b5dd-8624c488945d |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £375,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £375,000 |
| 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 | TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY |
| Locality | DARLINGTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL2 1NJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC33 Darlington |
| Local authority | Darlington |
| Electoral ward | Sadberge & Middleton St George |
| Westminster constituency | Stockton West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WATERMAN INFRASTRUCTURE & ENVIRONMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

## Release History

- 3 Jul 2026 at 08:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23879858-e091-4dc4-b5dd-8624c488945d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23879858-e091-4dc4-b5dd-8624c488945d
  3rd July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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