---
title: "Provision of OLE Switching Resource (Ballast distribution) for Midland Metro Limited (MML)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05fe67"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05fe67.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY"
published: "2025-12-31"
---

# Provision of OLE Switching Resource (Ballast distribution) for Midland Metro Limited (MML)

Buyer: WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05fe67

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## Summary

The West Midlands Combined Authority has completed a procurement process titled "Provision of OLE Switching Resource (Ballast distribution) for Midland Metro Limited (MML)". This contract falls under the services category, with a specific focus on repair and maintenance services, located in the UK region. The procurement was conducted via a direct method below the competitive threshold, specifically catering to the special regime of utilities. This process has reached the award stage, with the contract awarded to Electrification Construction Services Limited. Notably, the agreement was signed on 26th December 2025, with the service period scheduled between 9th January 2026 and 14th February 2026.

This tender presents potential growth avenues for SMEs specialising in utility services, particularly those with expertise in repair and maintenance operations. The procurement's direct method indicates an expedited process, favouring businesses with established qualifications and ready capacity to deliver critical infrastructure services. Companies like Electrification Construction Services Limited, which are adept in supporting infrastructure with niche services like ballast distribution for overhead line systems, would find this contract particularly beneficial for expanding their portfolio in public sector collaborations, enhancing their reputation and opening doors to future contracts within the sector.

## Notice

Switching Resources for the Midland Metro Limited (MML) for their Overhead Line system - required for the Ballast distribution ahead of a blockade.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/086519-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 9 Jan 2026 - 14 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £30,570 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B19 3SD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Newtown |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ELECTRIFICATION CONSTRUCTION SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 31 Dec 2025 at 09:07 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/086519-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/086519-2025
  31st December 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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