Planning

Preliminary Market Engagement - Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) Management System

RHONDDA CYNON TAF CBC

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Planning

10 Dec 2025 at 11:23

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council, involves a Preliminary Market Engagement for a Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) Management System. This falls under the industry category of transport equipment and compliance software, with a specific interest in goods provision. The contract is projected to run from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2031, with further renewals available on a yearly basis. Located in the United Kingdom, the process is currently in the planning stage, and interested suppliers must complete a questionnaire by 22nd December 2025 via etenderwales. The procurement adheres to Welsh devolved regulations and a public authority sub-central government classification.

This tender represents a favourable opportunity for software providers specialising in transport compliance solutions, particularly those with experience in implementing multi-user systems. With a gross contract value of £132,000, small to medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, providing a growth platform through the delivery of secure and efficient digital TRO management services while complying with national standards. Vendors capable of offering bilingual capabilities and future-proofing options will be well-positioned to benefit, aligning with the Council's aim to secure adaptable and sustainable solutions.

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Notice Title

Preliminary Market Engagement - Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) Management System

Notice Description

Request for Information from Suppliers Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council is seeking to engage with the market regarding the provision of a digital Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) management system. The purpose of this exercise is to gather information on available solutions and confirm supplier capability against the essential criteria outlined in the specification. The Council currently operates under a three-user license and anticipates maintaining similar multi-user access as part of this procurement. The contract is expected to be for a 3-5 year term, with optional year-on-year renewal subject to price. Full details of the essential and optional requirements are outlined on the attached requirements document. Suppliers are invited to provide feedback on if core requirements are met, compliance with national standards (including DTRO requirements), bilingual capability, and options for future-proofing. This engagement will help ensure the Council selects a solution that delivers robust, secure, and efficient TRO management while supporting statutory obligations. Interested suppliers should respond via the UK2 notice and complete the questionnaire located on etenderwales https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/home.html ref ppq 33798 to confirm compliance with the essential criteria set out in the specification.

Planning Information

Complete the questionnaire and return by 12 noon on the 22nd December 2025, via etenderwales pqq 33798

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f297
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081398-2025
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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

48170000 - Compliance software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
2 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RHONDDA CYNON TAF CBC
Contact Name
Kevin Evans
Contact Email
purchasing@rctcbc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PORTH
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
Not specified

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

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