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title: "PAMS 060 - Modelling the role of surface properties in collision risk"
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# PAMS 060 - Modelling the role of surface properties in collision risk

Buyer: NATIONAL HIGHWAYS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cfbbe1d1-3bbf-43b8-8975-a21b5d953945

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "PAMS 060 - Modelling the role of surface properties in collision risk" was led by National Highways, a significant organisation based in Bristol, England. The project falls under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services (CPV code 73000000). The procurement was conducted using a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £195,550, began on 20 January 2025 and will run until 17 July 2026. The award stage of this procurement process was completed, with the award notice published on 22 January 2025. The project will cover multiple geographical locations, including the United Kingdom, Europe, the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man, British Overseas Territories, and the rest of the world.

This tender presents considerable growth opportunities for businesses involved in road safety and infrastructure research. Companies with strong capabilities in understanding and analysing surface properties and their impact on skid resistance and collision risks will find this tender particularly beneficial. Although this specific contract was awarded to TRL, a large research organisation, similar future opportunities might be suited to businesses of varying sizes that possess specialised knowledge in optimising road safety through surface material analysis and maintenance prioritisation. Entrepreneurs in the research and development sector can gain substantial insights and experience from such contracts, paving the way for further collaborations with major buyers like National Highways.

## Notice

The work will provide an understanding of the road safety implications of decisions relating to skid resistance and related surface characteristics. This is needed to avoid under- or over-specification of materials and to inform decisions relating to prioritisation of maintenance, response to potential loss of skid resistance from changing weather patterns, and optimisation of surfacings to reduce carbon.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9df3d819-4995-4cc9-bd17-30410d74c288 |
| 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 | 22 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 20 Jan 2025 - 17 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £195,550 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £195,550 |
| 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 | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 6NL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 22 Jan 2025 at 12:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9df3d819-4995-4cc9-bd17-30410d74c288

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9df3d819-4995-4cc9-bd17-30410d74c288
  22nd January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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