Tender

CPU 5277 Passenger Transport Logistics (Home to School) Software System

NOTTINGHAM CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

24 Sep 2025 at 16:24

Summary of the contracting process

Nottingham City Council is currently seeking to procure a cloud-based Passenger Transport Logistics Software System for home-to-school transport. The tender, titled "CPU 5277 Passenger Transport Logistics (Home to School) Software System," is in the active tender stage with an end deadline for submissions on 24th October 2025. This procurement falls within the 'services' industry category and covers software packages and IT services. It is directed to serve Nottingham, UK, and is structured as an open competitive flexible procedure. Key dates include an enquiry period ending on 17th October 2025 and an award period ending on 1st February 2026. The project aligns with Nottingham City Council’s strategic priorities like digital modernisation, smart city readiness, and data-driven decision-making.

This procurement presents valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services and software development, particularly those experienced in delivering cloud-based solutions with capabilities in route optimisation, real-time tracking, and integrated reporting. Companies with a strong background in developing scalable, compliant, and accessible systems will find this tender well-suited to their expertise. Furthermore, the requirements for high-quality functional specifications and competitive pricing criteria offer SMEs a significant opportunity to compete effectively. The projected budget of up to £300,000 underscores the Council’s commitment to investing in a modernised system, creating substantial room for business growth and collaboration over a potential duration of up to seven years, inclusive of extension options.

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Notice Title

CPU 5277 Passenger Transport Logistics (Home to School) Software System

Notice Description

Our current system (Transys) is outdated and no longer fit for purpose in its current version. A modern replacement is essential to meet legal obligations, improve service quality, and control costs. The Authority now wants to adopt a cloud-based transport system that offers route optimisation, real-time tracking, and integrated reporting (some of which will be compulsory reporting to DofE). Nottingham City Council wants the new contract to align with the following strategic priorities: * Digital Modernisation: The new system will be cloud-based, scalable and user-friendly, replacing legacy infrastructure. * Data-Driven Decisions: It will enable accurate reporting, performance monitoring, and financial forecasting. * Smart City Readiness: The system can integrate with mapping, tracking, and future mobility services. * Digital Inclusion: Accessible across devices, with single sign-on and compliance with accessibility standards. * Data Governance: Secure, compliant data storage with audit trails and IT-reviewed security protocols.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The initial contract duration will be for 3-years years with a possible two extension(s) of 1-year at the Authority's discretion.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a182
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059449-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2029-02-01

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NOTTINGHAM CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@nottinghamcity.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG2 3NG
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire

Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham East

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