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title: "1-1018 Abnormal Loads Structural Assessment Tool"
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# 1-1018 Abnormal Loads Structural Assessment Tool

Buyer: HIGHWAYS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dd34ca19-10d4-4c52-88ec-9a5b057ba684

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "1-1018 Abnormal Loads Structural Assessment Tool" is initiated by Highways England, located in Birmingham, England. This contract, valued at approximately £162,692, focuses on research and development services within the transportation sector. The contract period commenced on 26th February 2020 and is set to conclude on 30th April 2020. It follows a selective procurement method, with a tender period that ended on 21st January 2020, indicating that the award stage is currently active.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development, particularly those with capabilities in structural assessments and safety solutions for transport networks. Companies that focus on innovative tools and consultancy within the public sector, especially those with a background in delivering proof of concept projects, would be well-suited to compete. The emphasis on enhancing safety and efficiency in the management of abnormal loads offers a promising avenue for growth in this niche market.

## Notice

Highways England is looking to set up a contract for provision of a structural assessment tool starting with a Proof of Concept. The tool will contribute to key performance indicators in safety, efficiency and user satisfaction, with minor effects on smooth traffic flow and network condition. A staged approach starting with service design agreed with the HE Portfolio Office and a proof of concept will help ensure that the safety assessment of abnormal loads travelling over structures is carried out in an SES approved, consistent way, reducing risk and increasing transparency. The tool will eliminate un-maintained and unapproved assessment processes that are known to present a level of risk to structures. This task will pave the way for a fully maintained production tool.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c2cf013c-3c8e-43aa-90a0-9daae3907ce2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Feb 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Jan 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Feb 2020 |
| Contract period | 26 Feb 2020 - 30 Apr 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £162,692 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £162,692 |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 26 Feb 2020 at 16:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c2cf013c-3c8e-43aa-90a0-9daae3907ce2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c2cf013c-3c8e-43aa-90a0-9daae3907ce2
  26th February 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fe7b03d3-a094-42bf-9ca7-0c9f5e900043
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