Evaluation of PAYG ticketing in the South East

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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04 Sep 2023 at 16:44

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Evaluation of PAYG ticketing in the South East" has been orchestrated by the Department for Transport (DfTc). The contract, classified under research services, is complete and involves selective procurement through call-off from a framework agreement. Located in London, England, the buying organisation, DfTc, has identified the suitable regions for delivery, including the British Oversea Territories and the United Kingdom. The procurement has progressed to the award stage, with the contract initially awarded on 14 August 2023 and later extended on 28 April 2026. The contract period started on 7 September 2023 and is set to conclude on 30 October 2026, with a total value of £230,000.

This tender opens growth opportunities for businesses specialising in research services, offering a flexible contract model that can accommodate SMEs. The project targets the exploration of Pay As You Go ticketing systems, presenting a promising avenue for companies proficient in transportation research. Large enterprises like Ove Arup and Partners Ltd, the awarded supplier, exemplify the scale of organisations well-suited to partake. The procurement favours firms with a strong expertise in the field, paving the way for advancements in ticketing technologies and regional transport strategies in the South East. Companies looking to enhance their portfolio in public sector contracts will find lasting value in engaging with this venture.

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Notice Title

Evaluation of PAYG ticketing in the South East

Notice Description

Contract Extension

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-df80ec6c-25b1-414e-80e8-27d07d04ebb8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef0afb28-6d59-4958-bad7-d6db831357cc
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£230,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£196,431 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jul 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Sep 20232 years ago
Contract Period
6 Sep 2023 - 30 Oct 2026 3-4 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
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

OVE ARUP AND PARTNERS

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