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title: "GB-Manchester: Consolidation Centres Handbook"
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# GB-Manchester: Consolidation Centres Handbook

Buyer: BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-eff8de74-8171-4deb-a2c6-26b0fc68d4f8

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## Summary

BIP Solutions Limited is seeking tenders for the production of a handbook on consolidation centres, offering guidance to Local Planning Authorities, Local Transport Authorities, and Mayoral Combined Authorities across the North West region of the United Kingdom. The contract, titled "GB-Manchester: Consolidation Centres Handbook," falls under the transport systems consultancy services category (CPV code 71311200). This open procurement process began on 3rd October 2024, with submissions due by 30th October 2024 at 12:00 pm. The contract is set to commence on 2nd December 2024 and conclude by 31st March 2025, with an estimated value of £50,000.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs, to engage with the public sector and influence the strategic development of transport infrastructure in the region. By producing a detailed consolidation centres handbook, businesses specialising in transport consultancy, policy advisory, and related services can leverage their expertise and drive growth. Companies adept in delivering clear and actionable insights for public sector planning will find this tender particularly fitting for their portfolios.

## Notice

Production of a handbook containing information about consolidation centres to assist Local Planning Authorities, Local Transport Authorities and Mayoral Combined Authorities in determining whether this type of solution (consolidation centres) would be appropriate in their own local geographies and what the role of the public sector might be. This opportunity has been advertised on the Delta E-Sourcing Portal (access code: G72F86J6H7) and all queries and clarifications should be directed to the portal and TfN will respond accordingly. More information can be found in the ITT and associated documentation. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0834f019-d3f5-4f7e-ac24-5fe2067ce177 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Dec 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| 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 | BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M2 5DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Deansgate |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

## Release History

- 3 Oct 2024 at 08:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0834f019-d3f5-4f7e-ac24-5fe2067ce177

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0834f019-d3f5-4f7e-ac24-5fe2067ce177
  3rd October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Manchester:-Consolidation-Centres-Handbook/G72F86J6H7
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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