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title: "Gate 3 Programme Review (RAPID)"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e73d4a3f-3689-4b79-80e1-258ccbecd816"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "O F W A T"
published: "2025-10-01"
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# Gate 3 Programme Review (RAPID)

Buyer: O F W A T  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e73d4a3f-3689-4b79-80e1-258ccbecd816

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## Summary

The public procurement process for the "Gate 3 Programme Review (RAPID)" has been completed, with the awarding organisation being the Water Services Regulation Authority, known as OFWAT, located in Birmingham, England (postal code B5 4UA). The process was classified under the industry category for consulting services in water-supply and waste consultancy. This procurement was executed through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender stage concluded with a contract awarded on 23rd August 2024, and the contract period runs from 6th September 2024 to 31st March 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in consulting services related to water supply and waste. Participation in such frameworks allows SMEs to demonstrate their expertise and build solid reputations in the public sector, consequently aiding in business growth. The selective method of procurement often ensures that experienced and well-qualified businesses are invited, allowing for a more focused competition amongst suitable suppliers.

## Notice

Gate 3 Programme Review (RAPID)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7528ecb-2a7b-4084-bc45-61e69a1b3def |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 5 Sep 2024 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £93,321 |
| 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 | O F W A T |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B5 4UA |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HR WALLINGFORD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71800000 - Consulting services for water-supply and waste consultancy

## Release History

- 1 Oct 2025 at 13:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7528ecb-2a7b-4084-bc45-61e69a1b3def

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7528ecb-2a7b-4084-bc45-61e69a1b3def
  1st October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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