Tender

ESDAL 4 - Electronic Service Delivery for Abnormal Indivisible Loads

HIGHWAYS ENGLAND

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Tender

30 Sep 2020 at 16:13

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Highways England is conducting a tender for the project titled "ESDAL 4 - Electronic Service Delivery for Abnormal Indivisible Loads," classified under IT services. This procurement is taking place in Bristol, England, and is currently in the Tender stage. The tender period ends on 2nd October 2020, while the contract is anticipated to commence on 9th February 2021, lasting for five years until 8th February 2026, with a budget of £4.9 million. The procurement method is a selective procedure, specifically a restricted procedure above threshold, inviting applicants with suitable capabilities.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in web-based services, particularly those with a focus on innovation and a good understanding of the regulations governing abnormal loads. Companies that specialise in software development, particularly in creating modular, cloud-hosted services, will find themselves particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, those able to demonstrate a track record in delivering efficient IT solutions that enhance operational workflows in transport contexts may also benefit from this opportunity for growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ESDAL 4 - Electronic Service Delivery for Abnormal Indivisible Loads

Notice Description

What we currently have: ESDAL is currently provided as a digital application with portals for hauliers, structure/road owners, the police, special order routing tool (SORT - for permits) and the help desk. There is a secure registration process requiring users to have a unique user name and password to log into the system. It is based on an Oracle database and a configured Navteq mapping solution. What we want from ESDAL 4: The new ESDAL 4 system will provide: A modular, open and hosted in the cloud service. The workflow will be developed on a workflow platform so that workflow configuration is separated from software, thus reducing the IPR held by the supplier. A new more modern mapping solution will be continuously updated as road layouts change in real time. Standardised interfaces will enable third party services to be developed as an alternative to enhancing the core ESDAL system. For example, a mobile phone app for making applications; or a mobile phone app that will enable Police to be informed of abnormal load movements while on patrol. Other Highways England systems may be able to make use of ESDAL data by the development of open interfaces to ESDAL. It will meet the requirements of the UK Government Digital Service standard. (https://www.gov.uk/servicemanual/service-standard). The contract is envisaged to be for a five year period with the potential to extend on a 1+1 year basis. The PS4.9 million funding covers the first 5 years. Development is required specifically to meet the requirements of the UK Government Digital Service standard. (https://www.gov.uk/service-manual/service-standard). Current workflows have potential for efficiency improvements while retaining the safety benefits of strict adherence to UK AIL regulations. (http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2003/1998/schedule/1/part/1/crossheading/meaning-of-abnormalindivisible-load/made). The following non-specified provisions may additionally be taken up by the procuring authority during the lifetime of the contract. These are potential enhancements to ESDAL to keep it up to date with changes in: haulage industry standards, relevant legislation, technical advances e.g. automated and connected vehicles and new functionality to improve system integration. Highways England seeks applications from potential suppliers with the capacity and capability to provide ESDAL 4. Highways England is interested in applications from companies with a track record of innovation in web-based services. A clear understanding of abnormal loads processes and regulations will be an advantage but is not essential.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ef57ecf7-7535-4a15-9490-99f25f97f99e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bded1e1-e558-419d-9a33-16f1f1d50bc4
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,900,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Oct 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Feb 2021 - 8 Feb 2026 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HIGHWAYS ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTO
Postcode
BS1 6HA
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Lawrence Hill
Westminster Constituency
Bristol East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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