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WP4143 QRoutes Software

WALSALL METRO BOROUGH COUNCIL

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20 Jul 2026 at 11:33

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "WP4143 QRoutes Software" was led by Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council. This contract involves a cloud-based software product essential for improving the efficiency of the Council's Home to School Transport operations. The contract, valued at £46,272, reflects the completion of the awarding stage, with the software being classified under the industry category of software packages and information systems. Located in Walsall, England (postal code WS1 1TP), the procurement was executed through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 22nd April 2026, and the contract period extends from 11th May 2026 to 10th May 2028.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in cloud-based software solutions, particularly those catering to the public transport sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with innovative technologies that enhance operational efficiencies would find this opportunity well-suited to their strengths. The call-off from an established framework suggests a streamlined procurement process, which could facilitate quicker integration and adaptability of services, thereby fostering business growth for companies in this niche market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WP4143 QRoutes Software

Notice Description

QRoutes Software is a cloud-based software product. Qroutes plays a pivotal role in the Council's Home to School Transport operations, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5967bced-267e-43bf-9f60-2738196c329b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£57,840 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£46,272 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
22 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
10 May 2026 - 10 May 2028 2-3 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
WALSALL METRO BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
WALSALL
Postcode
WS1 1TP
Post Town
Walsall
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG38 Walsall
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Walsall
Electoral Ward
St Matthew's
Westminster Constituency
Walsall and Bloxwich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QROUTES

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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