Public Transport Open Data API Enhancement and Support

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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08 Jun 2026 at 14:16

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Public Transport Open Data API Enhancement and Support" was conducted by the West Midlands Combined Authority. This contract focuses on enhancing and supporting a public transport open data application programming interface (API) in alignment with the region's strategic goals for better passenger information, data standardisation, and open data sustainability. The contract, with a value of £77,150, was part of a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from the G-Cloud 14 Framework (RM1557.14). Although the procurement stage is complete, key dates include the award date of 5th June 2026 and the contract period from 8th June 2026 to 31st March 2027. The procurement aligns with the software package and information systems industry category and is situated in the West Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender offers considerable opportunities for businesses in the software and IT services sectors, particularly those that specialise in consulting, software development, and internet support. The project aims to advance the digital infrastructure for public transport, which could lead to further engagements and partnerships in the region's digital transformation efforts. Suitable candidates for participation were small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or ventures supporting social change, as the procurement process values collaboration with such entities. The contract has been awarded to ITO World Ltd, suggesting that firms with expertise in data solutions and transport sector innovations stand to gain from such opportunities.

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Notice Title

Public Transport Open Data API Enhancement and Support

Notice Description

Public Transport Open Data Application Programming Interface (API) Enhancement and Support. This provision shall support Transport for West Midlands strategic objectives for improved passenger information, industry wide data standardisation and long term open data sustainability. Call-Off from G-Cloud 14 Framework (RM1557.14)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f50ef54b-d5df-4e9c-81a6-966058dc74d3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£77,150 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£77,150 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 May 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
WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B19 3SD
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ITO WORLD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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