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Evaluation of Integrated Transport Digital Twin Programme

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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29 Apr 2026 at 15:14

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfTc) has awarded a contract for the "Evaluation of Integrated Transport Digital Twin Programme". This contract, valued at £2,487,950, focuses on research and development services, specifically aiming to provide crucial evaluation services for the programme's implementation and outcomes. The procurement process was selective, involving a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. Public Group International Limited has been chosen as the supplier, marking the procurement stage as "award", which commenced on 31st March 2026 and will run until 30th March 2029. The endeavour spans multiple geographic locations, including the United Kingdom and various territories. The process began with the tender closing on 10th February 2026 and being officially awarded on 29th April 2026.

This award presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in research and development, particularly those specialising in evaluation services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are eligible and suitable to compete in such procurements, opening doors for growth through government contracts. The project requires substantial expertise in design and execution of research, offering business growth potential by contributing to transport innovation and infrastructure development. Being connected with the Department for Transport's initiatives allows access to long-term strategic partnerships and enhancement of business portfolios.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Evaluation of Integrated Transport Digital Twin Programme

Notice Description

This is notification of the award of the the contract for the Evaluation of Integrated Transport Digital Twin Programme. This contract is for the delivery of evaluation services which aims to provide evidence to inform the ongoing implementation of the programme and show its outcomes and impacts.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a6b506ef-25b4-4088-93ee-4eaf82b580c7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b70c057-2384-459f-a49c-46140ea81a4c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,487,950 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,487,950 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2029 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
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PUBLIC GROUP INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

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