Research on Walking, Cycling, Horse-Riding and Motorcyclist Design Requirements for Highways England
Highways England · Awarded contract
AwardedResearch on Walking, Cycling, Horse-Riding and Motorcyclist Design Requirements for Highways England
Awarded 31 Jul 2019
Awarded31 Jul 2019
Value£169,963.22
SupplierAtkins
AgencyHighways England
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryResearch & Development
Ended 6y 4mo ago11mo term
Awarded 31 July 2019Expired 29 June 2020
About
Highways England awarded a contract to Atkins for research into improving design requirements for Walking, Cycling and Horse-Riding (WCH) and motorcyclists.
The task builds upon the recent Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) update and aims to provide an evidence base for additional design requirements and recommendations for these user groups.
The contract value is £169,963.22.
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