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title: "Demonstration Project - Operation of Scheduled Bus and Coach Services on the SRN"
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# Demonstration Project - Operation of Scheduled Bus and Coach Services on the SRN

Buyer: HIGHWAYS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dd24f663-0b7a-43db-baaf-72d684e9268f

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## Summary

Highways England is conducting a public procurement for a demonstration project focused on the operation of scheduled bus and coach services on the Strategic Road Network (SRN). This contract, which is valued at £153,177, is in the award stage and was awarded to Pell Frischmann. The contract period is set to run from 10 October 2018 until 31 March 2019. The procurement process was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement, and the project is classified under the category of research and development services and related consultancy services. The closing date for tender submissions was 2 October 2018, with the award announcement published on 23 October 2018.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in transport consultancy and service operations, particularly those with expertise in public transport logistics and planning. Given the focus on improving bus and coach services, firms that specialise in transport infrastructure, operational efficiency, and customer engagement strategies would be well-suited to provide valuable insights and services. Companies looking to collaborate with Highways England or expand their portfolio in public transport projects may find this contract advantageous for business growth.

## Notice

Highways England is seeking to procure specialist professional and technical services to deliver a demonstration project regarding the operation of bus and coach services on the SRN. This task will work in partnership with Transport Focus and the Campaign for Better Transport who are being commissioned to deliver a concurrent and aligned task (details included within this scope for information).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24f9e790-63c3-4c72-bd00-bbaa2d2637ff |
| 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 | 23 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Oct 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Oct 2018 |
| Contract period | 9 Oct 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £153,177 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £153,177 |
| 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 | 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 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PELL FRISCHMANN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 23 Oct 2018 at 13:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24f9e790-63c3-4c72-bd00-bbaa2d2637ff

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24f9e790-63c3-4c72-bd00-bbaa2d2637ff
  23rd October 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a480f3e5-fcef-4207-accc-14d670e49de4
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