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title: "Support to CIRIA Update to Guide R185 Observational Method"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a673"
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buyer: "NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED"
published: "2026-05-27"
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# Support to CIRIA Update to Guide R185 Observational Method

Buyer: NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a673

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## Summary

National Highways Limited has completed a direct procurement process for a contract titled "Support to CIRIA Update to Guide R185 Observational Method," aimed at updating a CIRIA document that provides guidance on the Observational Method in geotechnical engineering. This procurement falls under the industry category of research and development consultancy services and is related to central government public authorities. The process did not involve competition and was categorised as a service procurement exercised below the threshold. This contract, active from 30th April 2026 to 31st May 2027, awarded a gross contract value of £36,000 to Ciria (Construction Industry Research & Information Association), which is based in London.

This tender represents a beneficial opportunity for businesses involved in research and development consultancy services, particularly those focusing on geotechnical engineering. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in consultancy or technical research can greatly benefit from such projects, as they offer not only financial gain but also the chance to contribute to essential infrastructure improvements. Suppliers with strong expertise in documentation updates and industry-specific methods would be well-positioned to compete in procurements of this nature, enhancing their reputation and expanding their business footprint within the public sector.

## Notice

To support the research and update of a CIRIA document that will provide guidance on the Observational Method in geotechnical engineering

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049735-2026 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 29 Apr 2026 - 31 May 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £30,000 |

## 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 | CIRIA (CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY RESEARCH & INFORMATION ASSOCIATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 27 May 2026 at 13:09 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049735-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049735-2026
  27th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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