Decision
Analysis
outcome: The contract is proposed for an initial two-year term, with two optional 12-month extensions.
summary: The decision involves awarding a contract for matchday traffic management services at Newcastle United fixtures held at St James' Park.
topline: The Director of City Operations, Transport and Neighbourhoods has decided to award a contract for matchday traffic management services at Newcastle United fixtures held at St James' Park.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves traffic management services for a popular football club, which could impact local residents and fans.
affected_stakeholders: ["Local residents", "Newcastle United fans", "City operations department"]
contentiousness_score: 6
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://democracy.newcastle.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=14993
Decision Maker: Director of City Operations, Transport and Neighbourhoods - Christine Herriot
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: Yes
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose: Approval is sought to award a contract to the winning tenderer following a mini competition under the NEPO 225 Traffic Management Services Framework (Lot 5 – Event Traffic Management – Tyne & Wear), for the provision of matchday traffic management services at Newcastle United fixtures held at St James’ Park. The contract is proposed for an initial two-year term, with two optional 12-month extensions.
Content: Approval is sought to award a contract to the winning tenderer following a mini competition under the NEPO 225 Traffic Management Services Framework (Lot 5 – Event Traffic Management – Tyne & Wear), for the provision of matchday traffic management services at Newcastle United fixtures held at St James’ Park. The contract is proposed for an initial two-year term, with two optional 12-month extensions. The recommendations were agreed as outlined in the attached report.
Date of Decision: August 21, 2026