---
title: "PA Media Point 2026/27"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060c2b"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED"
published: "2026-01-22"
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# PA Media Point 2026/27

Buyer: NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060c2b

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## Summary

National Highways Limited, a central government public authority based in Birmingham, has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "PA Media Point 2026/27". This procurement falls under the category of services, specifically subscription services, and is intended to enhance the media strategy by accessing media stories relevant to National Highways, including correcting inaccuracies and preparing briefings. With the procurement method being direct and below threshold without competition, the contract was awarded to The Press Association Limited, a large supplier located in London. The contract was signed on 2nd January 2026, and it covers a period from 14th March 2026 to 13th March 2027.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in media and subscription services. Companies with expertise in media monitoring and response services could leverage this contract for growth by providing value-added solutions that enhance the reputation management of public authorities. Given the procurement method employed, businesses specialising in direct provision of services without extensive competition are particularly well-positioned to engage with similar future opportunities presented by government bodies. The contract's focus on media engagement can also create pathways for collaboration, innovation, and long-term partnerships with governmental organisations.

## Notice

This Licence allows us sight of media stories relating to National Highways, to have output corrected if it is factually incorrect and to prepare briefings and rebuttals as required. This enables the team to protect and grow National Highways reputation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005739-2026 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 14 Mar 2026 - 13 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £11,313 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 6GA |
| 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 | THE PRESS ASSOCIATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79980000 - Subscription services

## Release History

- 22 Jan 2026 at 12:59 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005739-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005739-2026
  22nd January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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