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Transport for West Midlands - Ring & Ride Technological Solution

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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09 Jul 2025 at 09:35

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Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Combined Authority has completed the award stage of its public procurement process for the "Transport for West Midlands - Ring & Ride Technological Solution" project. The procurement sought a technological solution to improve the efficacy of services catering to vulnerable passengers in the West Midlands, under the CPV category of "Database and operating software package" and "Public road transport services." The contract, valued at £917,280, was awarded to Via Technologies Europe B.V. The tender utilised a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement, and the contract spans from 1st July 2025 to 30th June 2032.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in technological solutions, particularly those focused on database and operating software relevant to public transportation services. While not explicitly targeting SMEs or VCSEs, companies with expertise in designing and implementing large-scale transportation software systems could greatly benefit from similar future opportunities. Businesses able to deliver innovative solutions that address the needs of public transportation may find further opportunities with the West Midlands Combined Authority as they continue to enhance their service efficiency.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Transport for West Midlands - Ring & Ride Technological Solution

Notice Description

TfWM is seeking to secure a future technological solution to support the efficient delivery of the West Midlands Ring & Ride Service, to support efficient transportation of vulnerable passengers and better equip the Authority to meet demand. The software will underpin the West Midlands Ring & Ride Service and help support the Target Operating Model transformation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-09f6f93d-59c5-435c-91cc-8dbc0a87a235
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5a4d1d15-8d71-4039-bff8-fac649afedd3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

48600000 - Database and operating software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£917,280 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£917,280 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B19 3SD
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VIA TECHNOLOGIES EUROPE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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