Award

Aviation Performance, Fares and Emissions Data Service

DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

14 May 2025 at 10:48

Tender

24 Mar 2025 at 13:20

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport, a central government public authority based in London, has overseen the contracting process for the "Aviation Performance, Fares and Emissions Data Service." This open procurement, under the legal framework of UKPGA 2023/54, aims to provide the Department with comprehensive data on airline costs, profits, route performance, airport charges, air fares, and carbon emissions. The procurement stage is complete, resulting in the awarding of a contract to RDC Aviation Ltd, a small and medium-sized enterprise located in Leicester. The service is classified under CPV codes related to data services and statistical support, and the contract is active from 12 May 2025 to 11 May 2026, with potential extensions until 2028.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities for firms specialising in data analysis, transport services, and environmental assessments within the aviation sector. Businesses with capabilities in database software development, data services, and statistical analysis are well-suited to compete in such tenders. With a gross contract value of £44,400 per year, this open competition allowed for below-threshold participation, making it accessible for SMEs and other suitable entities looking to aid governmental policy analysis and improve outcomes for both consumers and the economy. The methodical approach of 80% weightage on quality and 20% on price further highlights the focus on superior service delivery.

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Notice Title

Aviation Performance, Fares and Emissions Data Service

Notice Description

To understand the commercial, operational and environmental context of airlines and airports, this contract offers the DfT access to detailed data on aviation performance, fares and emissions. Specifically, service providing data on: * airline costs, profits and route performance * airport and airspace charges * air fares * carbon emissions from flights This will enable the DfT to assess the commercial and environmental performance of the sector, and will inform analysis of policy options to improve outcomes for consumers and the economy.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract will be for an initial 12-month period from the Contract Commencement Date, with an option for the DfT to extend at the same annual cost by a further 24 months in 12-month increments, reviewed on an annual basis. This review will include a review of the number of user accounts. The Contract must not include any provision for automatic renewal at the end of the contract period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04f7e2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021186-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

48611000 - Database software package

63000000 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

72300000 - Data services

79330000 - Statistical services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£37,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
11 May 2025 - 11 May 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
dftc.procurement@dft.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

RDC AVIATION

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