Tender

Active Accessible Travel Communication and Stakeholder Engagement

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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Tender

31 Mar 2021 at 11:09

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfT) in England is currently conducting a tender process for an initiative titled "Active Accessible Travel Communication and Stakeholder Engagement." This procurement falls under the road transport services industry category and is set to remain active until 7th May 2021, with a total contract value of £75,000. The contract period will commence on 14th June 2021 and last until 13th June 2024. The procurement method is an open procedure, allowing various businesses to participate in the tender.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on enhancing community engagement and communication within active travel schemes, particularly those with expertise in cycling and walking initiatives. Companies that specialise in public relations, stakeholder engagement, or transport services would be particularly suited to compete for this contract, as the DfT seeks to foster knowledge-sharing and best practices in collaboration with local authorities. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, reflecting the DfT's commitment to inclusivity in the procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Active Accessible Travel Communication and Stakeholder Engagement

Notice Description

Department for Transport (DfT) want to maximise on the delivery and impact of the active travel schemes through a range of communication channels with local authorities. The business need is to deliver high quality active transport measures with local authorities that demonstrate a good practice approach, whilst ensuring value for money to the taxpayer. This is achieved by enabling networking, knowledge-sharing and capability building. There will be a specific focus on cycling and walking as promised in the Cycling and Walking Investment Strategy (CWIS). Additional information: This procurement is being run on the DfT e-Sourcing portal (see link below) you will need to register on the portal to view the opportunity.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90e0b61e-109c-4e71-b0e3-3b6b5fe1dea7
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60100000 - Road transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Jun 2021 - 13 Jun 2024 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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