---
title: "Provision of Independent Competent Person"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060ebd"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-03-24"
---

# Provision of Independent Competent Person

Buyer: WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060ebd

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## Summary

The tender process for the "Provision of Independent Competent Person" by the West Midlands Combined Authority, based in Birmingham, United Kingdom, has reached the award stage, culminating in the establishment of a contract. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically safety consultancy services, and covers the West Midlands region (UKG). The contract was signed on 13 March 2026 and extends until 29 February 2028, with a potential renewal available for an additional year. This open procurement method was conducted as a below threshold, open competition, highlighting the authority's commitment to transparent and competitive bidding. Key dates included the expression of interest deadline on 28 January 2026, the submission deadline on 4 February 2026, and the clarification deadline on 30 January 2026.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in safety consultancy, particularly those with a focus on infrastructure, transportation, and risk management. SMEs like Railway & Tramway Engineering Limited, which was awarded the contract, exemplify the type of enterprise that can succeed in such competitive tenders. Companies with substantial experience, independence, and a proficient methodology are well-suited for such opportunities, especially those able to demonstrate stakeholder engagement and provide skilled personnel with relevant qualifications. The procurement provides a platform for growth in consultancy services, potentially amplifying a firm's reach and bolstering its portfolio through engagement with significant public safety assessments and consultations.

## Notice

For the provision of an Independent Competent Person to provide an independent and impartial assessment of safety. This is triggered by new or significantly altered vehicles, infrastructure, or operational procedures that create a new or significantly increased risk to safety in accordance with Regulation 6(4) and Schedule 4

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026732-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 13 Mar 2026 - 29 Feb 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £45,000 |
| Lots value | £45,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £45,000 |

## 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 | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RAILWAY & TRAMWAY ENGINEERING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79417000 - Safety consultancy services

## Release History

- 24 Mar 2026 at 11:53 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026732-2026
- 26 Jan 2026 at 14:50 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006730-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026732-2026
  24th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006730-2026
  26th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=e73d9ee0-c1fa-f011-813c-005056b64545&fromProjectDashboard=True
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Register
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.wmca.org.uk/

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