Tender

Provision of a Digital Traffic Regulation Order (D-TRO) System including Surveying and Digitisation of Existing TROs

THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

30 Jan 2026 at 13:52

Planning

22 Jan 2026 at 11:45

Summary of the contracting process

The North Yorkshire Council is currently in the tender stage of procuring a Digital Traffic Regulation Order (D-TRO) System, including the surveying and digitisation of existing Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs). This opportunity falls under the services industry category, specifically involving software packages, information systems, traffic control, and surveying services. The contract, valued at £1,050,000, will require the survey of up to 5000km of the North Yorkshire network. The procurement process is open, with potential suppliers required to submit electronic tenders by 25 February 2026. Enquiries can be made until 18 February 2026, and the contract is set to begin on 1 July 2026, with a potential extension of up to two additional years.

This tender provides a prime opportunity for businesses specialising in traffic control systems, digital software, and surveying services to expand their market presence by collaborating with a public authority. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, as the contract is designed with suitability for these entities in mind. With criteria focusing on both cost and quality, this project offers an extensive contract period, offering long-term growth possibilities and stability for successful candidates. Experience in navigating compliance with relevant legislation will be essential for delivering the required digital solutions and services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of a Digital Traffic Regulation Order (D-TRO) System including Surveying and Digitisation of Existing TROs

Notice Description

The Authority is seeking a system that will be compliant with relevant legislation in respect of the management, processing and publication of Digital Traffic Regulation Orders (DTROs). Additionally, there will be a requirement to survey and review existing Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) on the North Yorkshire network. It is anticipated that up to 5000km of the network will be surveyed. Using completed survey data, the supplier will update the system with up-to-date TRO information and create relevant consolidated TROs.

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Options: Additional licences may be purchased throughout the contract term.

Renewal: Option to extend 2 x 12 months 01 September 2029 - 31 August 2030 01 September 2030 - 31 August 2031

Planning Information

The purpose of the Request for Information (RFI) is to assist North Yorkshire Council (the Authority) to understand the current market conditions. This is to inform their options for the procurement of a Digital Traffic Regulation Order (D-TRO) System. The Authority intends to use information gained from the market to inform future procurement options. This is a retrospective preliminary market engagement notice covering the RFI notice published via our e-tendering system (YORtender) in November 2024.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060c0a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008490-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

63712700 - Traffic control services

71355000 - Surveying services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,050,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,050,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
25 Feb 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
26 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2033-01-10

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Benjamin Hudson
Contact Email
benjamin.hudson1@northyorks.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1609533450

Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHALLERTON
Postcode
DL7 8AD
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE22 North Yorkshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
North Yorkshire
Electoral Ward
Romanby
Westminster Constituency
Richmond and Northallerton

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