Summary of the contracting process

Lancashire County Council has initiated a procurement process for a "Highways Asset Management System (HAMS)" in the industry-specific software category. The project aims to strategically manage and optimise resources for the highway infrastructure in the North West region of the United Kingdom, catering to current and future transport network users. The tender is in the active stage, using an open procedure method, with the end date for submissions set for 29th November 2024. The contract period will commence on 1st April 2025 and could extend until 31st March 2030, with potential further extensions totalling up to 15 years. The estimated value of this procurement is £10 million GBP.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in high-value, complex software solutions, specifically those related to infrastructure management. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate. The long-term nature of the contract implies a substantial return on investment and a potential stable revenue stream. Companies with expertise in asset management systems and a capacity to deliver large-scale, complex projects will be well-suited to compete for this opportunity.

Tender

Highways Asset Management System (HAMS)

LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

18th October 2024 14:04:34 PM

Tender Deadline

29th November 2024 11:00:00 AM Expired
Contract Summary

Highways Asset Management System (HAMS) software solution that takes a strategic approach to optimising the allocation of resources for the management, operation, preservation and enhancement of the highway infrastructure to meet the needs of current and future users of the transport network. Additional information: The Agreement will be let for an initial period of five years from March 2025, with a further five options to extend for 24 months each. The potential total contract length is therefore up to 15 years. The potential for a long-term contract recognises the significant cost of change and return-on-investment duration. The Agreement will be based on the UK Cabinet Office's Model Services Contract for high value, complex services. The Agreement will be tailored to meet the needs of the Council's requirements and feedback from the industry.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-457a4d8f-bd59-4fd1-8b31-2d75ec8271dd

Publication Source

Contracts Finder

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure (above Threshold)

Procurement Category

Goods

Tender Suitability

SME

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

48100000

CPV Division(s)

48 - Software package and information systems
Awarding Authority

LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

Buyer Name

James Bennett

Buyer Email

digitalprocurement@lancashire.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

01772 539970

Buyer Address

PO Box 100, County Hall

Preston

PR1 0LD

United Kingdom

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Highways Asset Management System (HAMS)

LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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