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DfT - Road Safety Data Discovery

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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08 Jul 2026 at 09:29

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement initiative titled "DfT - Road Safety Data Discovery" led by the Department for Transport (DfTc), focuses on enhancing the UK’s road safety data framework. It primarily falls within the "IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support" category, classified under CPV code 72000000. This tender has been awarded following a selective procurement process via a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract period running from 29th June 2026 to 28th September 2026. The initiative targets multiple locations including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories. The procurement process is in the Award stage, with the contract having been awarded to Answer Digital Limited on 3rd July 2026 for a value of £164,160.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for firms specialising in IT services to engage in government-backed projects, offering the potential to demonstrate expertise in data management and road safety improvements. Enterprises capable of delivering high-quality data analysis and interoperability solutions, particularly those qualified as small and medium enterprises (SMEs), would find this project aligns with their capabilities. The collaboration promises not only direct business growth through government contracts but also bolsters credentials in public sector digital innovation, thereby enhancing future competitive potential in similar tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DfT - Road Safety Data Discovery

Notice Description

Road Safety Data Discovery to support the implementation of the data-led Road Safety Investigation Branch and the delivery of the wider Road Safety Strategy by strengthening the data foundations needed to reduce deaths and serious injuries. As part of the overarching Road Safety Data Programme, the Discovery will assess the current landscape across STATS19, CRaSH, FCIA and RAIDS within the broader road safety data landscape. It will identify user needs, map data flows, assess quality and interoperability, and define what a fit-for-the-future road safety data environment could look like without committing to any specific technical solutions.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-52fee208-33b9-4114-ad38-01b570bf2ef1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57b89d33-12d1-4599-ad30-829099c96d9e
Current Stage
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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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£164,160 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£164,160 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
25 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
28 Jun 2026 - 28 Sep 2026 1-6 months
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
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ANSWER DIGITAL

Further Information

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