Award

Route Optimisation - Passenger Transport

DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Award

11 Sep 2025 at 14:28

Summary of the contracting process

Darlington Borough Council has completed a procurement process for "Route Optimisation - Passenger Transport," falling under the industry category of software package and information systems. The procurement was conducted using a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, targeting the location of Darlington, England. The award was made to Routeware Limited, with the contract period starting on 1st September 2025 and extending to 31st August 2029. The procurement stage reflects an award status, with the award date marked as 12th August 2025. The total contract value is £46,908 GBP.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses that provide software solutions, particularly those capable of delivering route optimisation services for passenger transport. It is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as indicated by its suitability criteria. The engagement with Darlington Borough Council could potentially facilitate business growth through long-term partnerships and increased visibility in the governmental contracting arena. Businesses specialising in information systems and software services would find a competitive edge in pursuing similar future opportunities within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Route Optimisation - Passenger Transport

Notice Description

Route Optimisation Software for Passenger Transport

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9c1490b3-0c68-482e-be3e-cb2112e12491
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/15779d32-db08-4ee0-9ff5-d69a3a86c38b
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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£61,908 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£46,908 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DARLINGTON
Postcode
DL1 5QT
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC33 Darlington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Park East
Westminster Constituency
Darlington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ROUTEWARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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