UK7 Rural road segmentation research - phase 2

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfTc) has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "UK7 Rural Road Segmentation Research - Phase 2". This contract, classified under the industry category of "Design and execution of research and development" (CPV code 73300000), aims to enhance the categorisation of rural roads, building upon previous research by the RAC Foundation. The procurement process, using a direct procurement method through a single tender action, was below the threshold and involved the delivery of services across various locations including British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The tender period ended on 4th June 2026, with the contract starting from 5th June 2026 and concluding on 31st March 2027.

This research project provides a significant business growth opportunity for companies in the research and development sector, particularly those specialising in transportation and infrastructure analysis. Large-scale enterprises with the capability to handle complex road segmentation and categorisation tasks are well-suited to compete for such contracts. The award was granted to Agilysis, a company with the resources and expertise required to undertake comprehensive road research projects. Engaging in similar tenders could lead to enhanced business portfolios and increased visibility in governmental contracts, presenting further expansion opportunities within the public sector.

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Notice Title

UK7 Rural road segmentation research - phase 2

Notice Description

This research aims to build on previous work published by the RAC Foundation (https://www.racfoundation.org/research/safety/rural-road-segmentation-research ) to develop a more detailed set of road categories in rural areas.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e40f8f41-a9da-4521-a9cc-0f40c63185dd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d65edc30-2ef9-414b-9fb1-ed361caf1a5f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£99,396 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£99,396 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
7 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
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
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

Further Information

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