Planning

Ad Hoc Qualitative and Quantitative Research

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

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Planning

21 May 2025 at 15:54

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process for a project titled "Ad Hoc Qualitative and Quantitative Research" is being initiated by Transport for London (TfL), a central government public authority. This procurement falls under the 'services' category, specifically within the research and development services industry (CPV code 73000000). The process is currently in the planning stage, and the tender is set to provide qualitative and quantitative research to support TfL and the Greater London Authority (GLA) in exploring diverse themes related to customer service, urban infrastructure, and transport innovation. Located in London, the procurement has a contract period planned from 18 August 2026 to 17 August 2029, with further renewal options. A future notice is expected to be published by 31 October 2025, assisting interested parties in preparing submissions.

This opportunity presents numerous growth possibilities for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services, particularly those focused on public transportation systems and urban development. Ideal participants would include firms with experience in customer insights, urban planning consultation, and transportation analytics, looking to expand their influence in public sector projects. Engaging in this contract could lead to significant exposure and the development of key partnerships within the transport sector, given TfL’s prominent role in setting benchmarks for urban mobility solutions in London.

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Notice Title

Ad Hoc Qualitative and Quantitative Research

Notice Description

Ad hoc qualitative and quantitative research which can support TfL/GLA to understand both the breadth and depth of a variety of themes including customer information provision, staff service to customers, fares, ticketing and changes, urban realm and built environment, healthy streets topics, safety and security, travel demand management, vehicle or service development, freight, disability, accessibility and inclusion.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051bfe
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024294-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Aug 2026 - 17 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR LONDON
Contact Name
Lavinia Tidy-Jones
Contact Email
laviniatidyjones@tfl.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

Notice Documents

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