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Evaluating the economic impact of improved digital connectivity

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport has concluded a procurement process titled "Evaluating the economic impact of improved digital connectivity." This contract, classified under Research Services and Research Consultancy Services within the CPV scheme, was awarded to Baringa Partners LLP. The procurement method involved a selective approach through a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, GCA Research and Insights RM6126. The tender aims to deliver research that quantifies the economic benefits of enhanced digital connectivity across transport networks in the United Kingdom and beyond. The award was formalised on 1 April 2026, with the contract period running from 1 April 2026 to 30 September 2026. The research will cover multiple geographic locations including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. Published details were updated most recently on 22 April 2026.

This tender provides substantial business growth opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs, with a focus on those specialising in research services and consultancy. It encourages participation from organisations capable of applying robust methodologies aligned with TAG and Green Book standards. With a contract value of £200,000, there is ample potential for development and innovation within the digital connectivity sector. Baringa Partners LLP, recognised as a small and medium-sized enterprise, was named the supplier, highlighting the competitive advantage smaller firms can hold. The Department for Transport benefits by gaining valuable insights to steer future transport network improvements, showcasing a collaborative approach to sustainable transport growth.

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Notice Title

Evaluating the economic impact of improved digital connectivity

Notice Description

The Department for Transport has procured a service to deliver research to understand and quantify the economic benefits of improved digital connectivity across the UK's transport network. Transport modes, using robust evidence and methodologies aligned with TAG and Green Book standards. This was procured via GCA Research and Insights RM6126.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fb433260-ec91-44c9-81d4-bd2826ea05f0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2719dfe-5ff7-4dbb-8f4e-afd73af3db12
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 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
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1 4DR
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BARINGA PARTNERS

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