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THRE0012 Fares and Ticketing Technical Advisors

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "THRE0012 Fares and Ticketing Technical Advisors" was conducted by the Department for Transport (DfTc), situated in Great Minster House, City of Westminster, England. The project falls under the industry category of "Transport systems consultancy services." The procurement was managed through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and the tender stage has been marked as complete. This tender involves providing specialist technical and commercial advice related to the oversight of fares, ticketing, and retailing policy globally, including locations such as the United Kingdom, Europe, and British Overseas Territories. The contract has a significant value of GBP 1,223,825, with the contract period starting on 4 December 2023 and concluding on 3 December 2025.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for large-scale businesses, given its specific requirements and substantial contract value. With services not marked as suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, it is ideal for entities experienced in providing consultancy services across international regions, particularly those with expertise in transport systems and policy advising. Companies like AtkinsRealis, which succeeded in this procurement, demonstrate the level of capability and experience required to compete effectively in such processes, providing a growth platform for businesses seeking to expand their portfolio in government contracts and transport consulting services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

THRE0012 Fares and Ticketing Technical Advisors

Notice Description

Provision of specialist technical and commercial advice to support its oversight of the of the fares, ticketing and retailing policy.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-658ffb7c-cc6c-4b6d-b916-bf933715a3d6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d653004-a107-4bb8-a399-09d03fac2310
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,223,825 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,223,825 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Sep 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Nov 20232 years ago
Contract Period
4 Dec 2023 - 3 Dec 2026 3-4 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
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
CITY OF WESTMINSTER
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

ATKINSREALIS

Further Information

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