Planning

TfW Bus Decarbonisation Fleet Analysis Software

TRANSPORT FOR WALES

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Planning

13 Aug 2025 at 14:54

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Transport for Wales is currently in the planning stage, focusing on the "TfW Bus Decarbonisation Fleet Analysis Software". This contract falls under the industry category of software packages and information systems, specifically targeting solutions for zero emissions vehicle analysis. The project is based in the United Kingdom, particularly in the Pontypridd area. As part of the preliminary market engagement, interested parties must complete the registration by 5th September 2025. The anticipated start date for the contract is 3rd November 2025, with an extended potential duration until 6th November 2028, encompassing initial and optional renewal phases for the provision of software licences and related services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software and information systems, particularly those experienced in fleet analysis and vehicle decarbonisation. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate due to the suitability criteria outlined. The contract includes the provision of software licences and the delivery of comprehensive training and support, requiring suppliers to showcase their technical expertise and capacity to deliver bespoke software solutions that can seamlessly integrate into existing systems. By securing this contract, a business can not only expand its portfolio but also establish a long-term relationship with one of Wales's central transport authorities, contributing to the sustainable transit infrastructure within the region.

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Notice Title

TfW Bus Decarbonisation Fleet Analysis Software

Notice Description

TfW are looking for an off-the-shelf system with the ability to analyse the use of zero emissions vehicles within the fleet and impacts of a range of deployment options on the network, including peak vehicle requirement, charging requirement and potential needs for and locations of opportunity charging. It is key that this is an activity that can be undertaken in-house to ensure efficiency in the time taken for the analysis. Requirements and Deliverables: To support the continuing analysis of the future decarbonised fleet, this procurement activity shall cover the following requirements, the details of which are given in the following sections: A. A minimum of 5 Licences and training for the supplier's fleet analysis system to facilitate ongoing use within TfW. B. Provision of ad-hoc support for TfW users in the use of the supplier's fleet analysis system. Supplier to indicate the hourly rate for this support. User Licences of the Supplier System. Subject to assessment against TfW requirements in (C) below, the requirement is to provide a minimum of 5 user licences of the supplier's fleet analysis system (as described in (C)) for one year, plus optional extensions of one+one years. Provision of support for TfW users in the use of the supplier's fleet analysis system: For each of the licence holders identified by TfW, the supplier shall provide them with training so that they can develop their own skills and proficiency in the use of the supplier system. This training shall be undertaken in face-to-face workshops of up to two hours each held on Microsoft Teams and/or in person. Training shall be completed in 6 weeks from the agreed start date. Access to ad-hoc support should be provided by the supplier for TfW users. An hourly rate should be submitted with the proposal to indicate the cost for this service. Support material and workshops in an electronic format shall be provided to users to enable them to become proficient in the use of the supplier system and enable them to assess the system for future use by TfW. The supplier shall be available to provide online user support during this period, with an initial response to emails within 24 hours during the working week (Monday to Friday). TfW will provide a key point of contact for this workstream to liaise with the supplier Project Manager. User log-ons for TfW shall be accessed through a single sign-in associated with user tfw.wales email addresses. This is to enable TfW IT to prevent user access to systems if a user leaves TfW, or their IT access needs to be restricted for other reasons. User licences should be transferrable to other TfW staff in instances where staff leave their role. Timescales: TfW requires a solution go-live within 6 weeks including; training on the system for TfW staff and mobilisation.

Planning Information

The purpose of this preliminary market engagement notice is to understand market appetite, collect feedback, and understand capability of meeting the requirements for this upcoming opportunity. To register your interest in the preliminary market engagement, please follow this link (or copy and paste into your browser) to the Microsoft Form and complete by 5pm, 5th September 2025 - https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=JNDchxkwJkiZVrp2sqBP9GQHxZZpmRBEpZb6y9KNSQVURDE3VUhJT0xQNkpZR0RFVk9YSFFQNzBFSy4u Any issues please contact: supplychain@tfw.wales

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058747
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048501-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
26 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Nov 2025 - 2 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Contact Name
Curtis Jordan
Contact Email
supplychain@tfw.wales
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PONTYPRIDD
Postcode
CF37 4TH
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Pontypridd Town
Westminster Constituency
Pontypridd

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