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Motorway Mobility project

THE DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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19 Sep 2019 at 13:47

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Summary of the contracting process

The Motorway Mobility project, initiated by The Department for Transport, involves a feasibility study focused on the implementation of wide-scale autonomous vehicle usage on the Strategic Road Network (SRN). The project, classified under highways consultancy services, aims to determine the viability of removing human drivers to enhance service frequency and environmental friendliness compared to traditional public transport. The tender process utilised a selective procurement method and has concluded, with the contract running from 2nd September 2019 to 31st October 2019. The total value of the contract was £65,880, and was awarded to CONNECTED PLACES CATAPULT.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in consultancy services, particularly those specialising in innovative transport solutions and autonomous vehicle technology. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that focus on sustainability and cutting-edge transport research are particularly well-suited to compete in similar future contracts. Engaging in these types of projects allows businesses to showcase their expertise while contributing to advancements in the transport sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Motorway Mobility project

Notice Description

A feasibility study into wide-scale autonomous vehicle usage on the SRN, to provide a high level business case and establish whether the removal of human drivers would enable operators to provide more frequent, environmentally friendly services compared to traditional public transport.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-99fa4afd-4fe2-4bda-88f0-186eb1e530a1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc937c4e-0b74-4cdc-a619-0ef2685288d9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Innovation partnership (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71311210 - Highways consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£65,880 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£65,880 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Sep 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Aug 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Aug 20196 years ago
Contract Period
1 Sep 2019 - 31 Oct 2019 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
THE DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GUILDFORD
Postcode
GU1 4LZ
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Guildford
Electoral Ward
Stoke
Westminster Constituency
Guildford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CONNECTED PLACES CATAPULT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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