Modelling & Appraisal contract to support the Mass Transit Renewal Full Business Case.

May 28, 2026 Executive Director of Transport (Officer) Approved View on council website

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Summary

The Executive Director of Transport approved the appointment of City Science Corporation Ltd for modelling and appraisal services on 28/05/2026. This decision was made at a cost of £143,865 (excluding VAT) to support the Mass Transit Renewal Full Business Case.

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Purpose

SYMCA is currently preparing its Full Business Case to support the decision regarding the renewal of its Mass Transit Network, i.e. the Supertram. As conditions set out by DfT when the Outline Business Case was approved, the modelling & appraisal would be run in SYMCA’s new Strategic Transport Model (SYSTM2). Following completion of a competitive procurement exercise, a preferred consultant has now been identified to carry out the modelling & appraisal commission.

Decision

The decision is to appoint City Science Corporation Ltd at a cost of £143,865 (excluding VAT).

Alternative options considered

1) Appoint City Science Corporation Ltd
2) Do not appoint.

Supporting Documents

Record of Officer Decision Form - Modelling Appraisal Tram REDACTED.pdf

Details

OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date28 May 2026