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title: "1-1022 Technical support for European Engagement"
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# 1-1022 Technical support for European Engagement

Buyer: HIGHWAYS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dbf13eff-1f3e-4e82-832c-eb936725a64f

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Highways England seeking to contract an experienced consultant for "1-1022 Technical support for European Engagement." This project falls under the services category within the research and development industry and is taking place in the North East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method is selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 17th January 2020, while the contract period commenced on 21st January 2020 and will conclude on 31st December 2020, with a total contract value of £219,949.

This tender presents significant opportunities for consultancies that specialise in European Union engagement and infrastructure development, particularly those with experience in Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) projects. Businesses well-suited to compete for this contract would include large consultancy firms with expertise in the implications of the UK's exit from the EU, as well as those with a solid track record in delivering technical support for public sector clients. The chosen supplier, Arup, reflects the kind of substantial capability required to fulfil the needs of Highways England in this essential area of focus.

## Notice

Highways England has participated in many European funded ITS projects over the past 12 years benefiting from knowledge share as well as gaining influence on European ITS developments and strategy that might impact Highways England's business and revenue. Highways England is seeking to contract with an experienced Consultant in this area who will support Highways England and its partners through its commitments and to additionally work through the implications of the UK's decision to leave the European Union.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb0002cd-26d5-4e62-af9c-8f66f7f51c05 |
| 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 | 21 Jan 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jan 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jan 2020 |
| Contract period | 21 Jan 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £219,949 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £219,949 |
| 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 | HIGHWAYS ENGLAND |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 6HA |
| 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 | Lawrence Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol East |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 21 Jan 2020 at 17:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb0002cd-26d5-4e62-af9c-8f66f7f51c05

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb0002cd-26d5-4e62-af9c-8f66f7f51c05
  21st January 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0b688f93-b7cb-43f3-a96b-a0ab4b2f7254
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