Tender

Bus Passenger Survey: Autumn 2018 - Spring 2020

TRANSPORT FOCUS

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Tender

13 Nov 2017 at 09:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being conducted by Transport Focus for the contract titled "Bus Passenger Survey: Autumn 2018 - Spring 2020." This initiative falls under the research services category and is primarily focused on measuring the journey experience of bus passengers across England, with potential coverage extending to Scotland and Wales. The tender is currently in the active stage, having been initiated with an open procurement method. The deadline for submitting tenders is 11th December 2017, with the contract period scheduled to commence on 1st May 2018 and run until 30th April 2020.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in market research and transportation sectors to expand their services. Companies that specialise in conducting surveys and data analysis would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, especially those with experience in the transport industry and a capability to handle large-scale passenger feedback initiatives. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as their involvement can foster competition and innovation within the sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bus Passenger Survey: Autumn 2018 - Spring 2020

Notice Description

To measure the journey experience of bus passengers by means of a market research survey. Coverage is primarily England, outside of London, but can also extend to Scotland and Wales. The Bus Passenger Survey was first undertaken by Transport Focus (Passenger Focus at the time) in 2009 with limited coverage, but has since grown to become the recognised measure of bus passenger satisfaction. In each of the past three years, the survey has gathered the views of over 40,000 bus passengers. Through reliable, credible and collaborative work with the bus industry, the survey has become an influential and useful tool. It is used by operators, transport authorities, stakeholder groups and governments for benchmarking and comparing the views of passengers.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-818bb07f-aab2-455a-a341-d646432470c1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/95421b00-10a6-4fc2-8fec-92833fcd0a41
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Nov 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Dec 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2018 - 30 Apr 2020 2-3 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
TRANSPORT FOCUS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 2WD
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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