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Demand Responsive Transport System

SOMERSET COUNCIL

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02 Jun 2026 at 13:23

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Somerset Council has completed the procurement process for a Demand Responsive Transport System, classified under the software package and information systems industry category. The procurement was initiated through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. Serving the Somerset area, particularly the locality of Taunton, the contract period spans from 22 May 2026 to 21 May 2028, with an optional 12-month extension available. The process reached the award stage on 15 May 2026, with the contract valued at £116,919 GBP. The award was made to Padam Mobility, based in Paris, France.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software solutions for transport systems. Large scale enterprises, particularly those with the ability to integrate responsive transport solutions within existing frameworks, would find this type of procurement aligned with their service offerings. With Somerset Council as the buying organisation, this contract supports expansion into public sector projects in the UK, particularly within the thriving technology and transport sectors. Such opportunities may not only enhance a company's portfolio but also establish lasting partnerships with governmental bodies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Demand Responsive Transport System

Notice Description

Demand Responsive Transport System for Somerset Council

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5dfd7550-fae5-42e0-a6ab-e54ecb58c975
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d3f167e-d2bc-4d56-888f-46af69df17d6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£116,919 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£116,919 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
14 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
21 May 2026 - 21 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
SOMERSET 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
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 4DY
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PADAM MOBILITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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