---
title: "28160 - Plymouth Metro"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064d49"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-11"
---

# 28160 - Plymouth Metro

Buyer: PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064d49

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## Summary

This procurement process, initiated by Plymouth City Council, concerns the "Plymouth Metro - Wider Economic Study" focusing on consultancy services for transport systems. The industry category is services, specifically transport systems consultancy. The project is located in Plymouth, United Kingdom, matching the UKK41 region. It was completed with a direct procurement method, awarded without competition due to being below the threshold. Notably, the contract was signed on 10th February 2026, and runs until 30th June 2026. The council serves the role of buyer in this process, while WSP UK Limited is the supplier, highlighting the completion stage of the procurement.

This tender offers notable opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy services within the transport sector. Large enterprises with expertise in economic studies and transport systems, like WSP UK Limited, are well-suited to leverage this contract type, benefiting from the direct and focused nature of the process. For companies looking to engage with public authorities and expand within sub-central government projects, this type of contract can provide a strategic growth avenue by enhancing visibility and establishing strong relationships within local governmental projects. The gross value of £144,000 signals a substantial consultancy effort, fostering business development through high-value service delivery.

## Notice

28160 - Plymouth Metro - Wider Economic Study

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012166-2026 |
| 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 | 11 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 10 Feb 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £120,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | PLYMOUTH |
| Post town | Plymouth |
| Postcode | PL1 3BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth |
| Local authority | Plymouth |
| Electoral ward | St Peter and the Waterfront |
| Westminster constituency | Plymouth Sutton and Devonport |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WSP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

## Release History

- 11 Feb 2026 at 08:12 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012166-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012166-2026
  11th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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