Contract Award - CRSTS Lessons Learnt Next Steps Accountable Body
July 6, 2026 Head of Transport Directorate Planning (Officer) Key decision Approved View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
The Head of Transport Directorate Planning awarded a contract to Atkins Realis for £50,000 plus VAT to progress lessons learned on CRSTS regarding the West of England Combined Authority's role as Accountable Body. This decision was made on 06/07/2026.
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Full council record
Decision
That:
1) Atkins Realis are awarded a contract to progress the lessons learnt on CRSTS regarding the West of England Combined Authorities role as Accountable Body. The value of the contract is £50,000 + VAT.
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| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 6 Jul 2026 |