This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

25 Mar 2026 at 13:05

Tender

17 Nov 2025 at 12:22

Planning

24 Oct 2025 at 15:01

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Real Time Passenger Information Systems and Display Maintenance" contract has been completed as of 25th March 2026 under the management of the Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT). Operating from 131 St Vincent Street in Glasgow (UKM82), the SPT sought services in the maintenance and repair of information technology equipment, falling under the industry category related to IT services. The procurement process followed an open method, ensuring broader business participation, and the contract was awarded to Vix Technology with the contract being signed on 18th March 2026. The entire procurement was structured under an award stage post completion, with a significant contract value amounting to GBP 1,660,383.78.

This tender provides opportunities for technology firms specialising in real-time software development, IT equipment maintenance, and repair services to expand their business within the British market, particularly in the transport sector in central Scotland. The open procurement approach facilitates diverse companies, including SMEs, to engage by submitting electronic and competitive bids. Firms that demonstrate technical quality combined with competitive pricing stand a robust chance of securing future bids, especially given the profiles outlined for this tender which emphasize technical criteria alongside price considerations. Glasgow's vibrant economy and strategic location offer a strong base for businesses looking to be involved in high-impact public projects.

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Notice Title

Real Time Passenger Information Systems and Display Maintenance

Notice Description

Provision of maintenance services for both the systems and display, for the existing Real Time Passenger Information signs within the SPT estate.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The maintenance of both the system and the physical display units for the Real Times Passenger Information signs within the SPT estate across the west of central Scotland

Renewal: Option to extend the awarded contract for up to an additional 36 months in any increment is included

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d38a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027312-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

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


CPV Codes

50312600 - Maintenance and repair of information technology equipment

50312610 - Maintenance of information technology equipment

50312620 - Repair of information technology equipment

72212670 - Real time operating system software development services

72222300 - Information technology services

72267100 - Maintenance of information technology software

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,660,383 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20265 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
13 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
18 Mar 20265 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Strathclyde Partnership for Transport
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 5JF
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Vix Technology

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