---
title: "ITEP1116 - SoundPLAN License Renewal"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064737"
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buyer: "NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED"
published: "2026-02-04"
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# ITEP1116 - SoundPLAN License Renewal

Buyer: NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064737

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "ITEP1116 - SoundPLAN License Renewal" was completed by the buying organisation, National Highways Limited, based in Birmingham, United Kingdom. This contract, classified under the industry category of goods, specifically IT software packages, involves the extension of a software licence to ensure business continuity for environmental sustainability efforts. The procurement utilised a direct method below the threshold, without competition, and the contract was awarded to WKC Technology Ltd, a large-scale supplier from London. The contract period spans from 1st January 2026 to 31st December 2026, and it was signed on 31st December 2025.

This tender presents opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies involved in IT software supply and services. Such businesses, particularly those capable of supporting or providing additional software solutions aimed at environmental sustainability management, may find similar contracts to be lucrative. Additionally, businesses specialising in software solutions that align with public authorities’ key performance indicators, such as noise management in this case, would be well-positioned to compete in this niche market.

## Notice

The extension of the licence for SoundPLAN provides business continuity for SES Environmental Sustainability, and will help to meet the NH's noise KPI.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010096-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £2,980 |

## 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 | WKC TECHNOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48517000 - IT software package

## Release History

- 4 Feb 2026 at 15:29 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010096-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010096-2026
  4th February 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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