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title: "Cheshire and Warrington Combined Authority - Client Side Lead on the Transport Operating Model, Function Assessment and Transition Planning Project"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06da22"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL"
published: "2026-08-03"
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# Cheshire and Warrington Combined Authority - Client Side Lead on the Transport Operating Model, Function Assessment and Transition Planning Project

Buyer: CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06da22

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## Summary

Cheshire West and Chester Council has concluded the tendering process for the role of Client Side Lead on the Transport Operating Model, Function Assessment, and Transition Planning Project for the Cheshire and Warrington Combined Authority. The procurement, classified under the services category, specifically targets project management consultancy services. The contract was awarded directly, bypassing competition due to its below-threshold status. The project, located in the region denoted as UKD, United Kingdom, commenced on 27th July 2026 and is anticipated to conclude by 26th December 2026, with an optional three-month extension potentially extending the engagement to 31st March 2027. The project outcomes, including a report, are scheduled for presentation by December 2026.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy, particularly those experienced in project management within the transportation sector. Given the direct procurement method, businesses like Croftdale Services Limited, which are small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), are well-suited to participate in similar opportunities that require expertise in shaping Request for Quotations (RFQs), managing and evaluating bids, and executing robust project management strategies. Engaging in such contracts can enhance a firm's portfolio, contribute to sector-specific expertise, and establish or strengthen relationships with public sector clients.

## Notice

CWCA are seeking a proposal for a consultant to act as the Client Lead for this project, the key tasks are: * Shaping the RFQ * Supporting procurement and evaluation of bids submitted * Managing and challenging the consultants once appointed * Project management to ensure expected outcomes and deadlines are met Indicative timescales are for a mid-July start, two to three months consulting work, with their report produced for November and presented to a Board in December 2026.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073259-2026 |
| 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 | 3 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 26 Jul 2026 - 26 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £39,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL |
| Locality | ELLESMERE PORT |
| Post town | Chester |
| Postcode | CH65 0BA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester |
| Local authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Electoral ward | Central & Grange |
| Westminster constituency | Ellesmere Port and Bromborough |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CROFTDALE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72224000 - Project management consultancy services

## Release History

- 3 Aug 2026 at 13:53 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073259-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073259-2026
  3rd August 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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