--- title: "Independent Technical Assurance Contract ITT" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d4445f5c-8d81-4a1b-9c81-c2d5cd8f410e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d4445f5c-8d81-4a1b-9c81-c2d5cd8f410e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d4445f5c-8d81-4a1b-9c81-c2d5cd8f410e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d4445f5c-8d81-4a1b-9c81-c2d5cd8f410e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2021-02-03" --- # Independent Technical Assurance Contract ITT Buyer: WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d4445f5c-8d81-4a1b-9c81-c2d5cd8f410e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d4445f5c-8d81-4a1b-9c81-c2d5cd8f410e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d4445f5c-8d81-4a1b-9c81-c2d5cd8f410e.json) ## Summary The procurement process titled "Independent Technical Assurance Contract ITT" is initiated by Worcestershire County Council, targeting the architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services industry. The contract is located in Worcestershire, West Midlands, United Kingdom, with a tender period set to close at midday on 11th March 2021. The project necessitates independent technical advice and assurance for various transport and highways projects, with a contract value ranging from £85,000 to £250,000 and a contract duration from 5th April 2021 to 4th April 2024. This tender follows an open procedure above the threshold limit for public procurement processes. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in providing technical consultancy and assurance services, particularly those with expertise in infrastructure projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate in this competitive process, as the services required are suitable for their capabilities. Companies specialising in construction work or related consultancy services will find this tender well-aligned with their expertise, potentially leading to substantial growth and development through ongoing engagement with Worcestershire County Council's future infrastructure initiatives. ## Notice Worcestershire County Council has a significant programme of major infrastructure and transportation projects in development and delivery (greater than c.PS5M). We use a range of procurement strategies and contracts such as design undertaken by our term professional services provider, then construction by a contractor, or a design and build model, using a suitable published form of contract, for example NEC. Worcestershire County Council (WCC) requires independent advice and assurance from a body outside of its project teams at various checkpoints in its projects. The Service is to provide independent technical advice and assurance as and when required for transport and highways infrastructure projects. These projects are banded as Minor (Up to PS1m), Non-Major (PS1m to PS5m), Major (over PS5m). All tender documents can be accessed on the portal. Please ensure that you 'View details' and then 'Express an Interest' to fully access all questionnaires, templates and details of the service requirements. Please read in full all guidance information before you commence the two questionnaires. PLEASE NOTE: Closing date for return of documents is: 12 midday Thursday 11th March 2021 Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/95bcfd61-c7f9-4037-86a9-4fbfab8c7e42 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Feb 2021 | | Submission deadline | 11 Mar 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 5 Apr 2021 - 4 Apr 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £250,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | WORCESTERSHIRE | | Post town | Worcester | | Postcode | WR5 2NP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire | | ITL 3 | TLG12 Worcestershire CC | | Local authority | Worcester | | Electoral ward | Nunnery | | Westminster constituency | Worcester | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 45000000 - Construction work - 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services ## Release History - 3 Feb 2021 at 16:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/95bcfd61-c7f9-4037-86a9-4fbfab8c7e42 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/95bcfd61-c7f9-4037-86a9-4fbfab8c7e42 3rd February 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/worcestershire/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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