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P-3371 Digital Competency Management System - Main Supplier

Translink

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

23 Mar 2026 at 11:40

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

10 Mar 2026 at 17:02

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

29 Jan 2026 at 15:39

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

29 Jan 2026 at 13:40

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Translink, a public undertaking based in Belfast, has completed the procurement process for a Digital Competency Management System aimed at enhancing rail operational staff capabilities. The procurement, initiated as a tender and concluded with a contract award dated 23rd March 2026, involved an open procedure targeting the software package and information systems industry. Rail Professional Development Limited, located in Basildon, has been selected as the main supplier for this project, with the contract set to begin on 24th March 2026 and potentially extendable up to 22nd March 2034. The procurement's value was estimated at £660,000 GBP, reflecting a significant investment in the domain of digital transformation within utilities.

This tender presents ample opportunities for businesses specialising in rail industry software solutions, particularly those offering innovative digital platforms that replace traditional paper files, automate processes, and support real-time assessments via tablets. Companies capable of adapting to the technical requirements detailed in the tender documentation stand to benefit significantly from partnering with strong buyers like Translink. The contract's extensive duration and potential renewals could lead to sustainable business growth for suppliers with expertise in digital systems and software packages, positioning them well within the evolving needs of the transport sector. SMEs, in particular, may find success competing in this market given the procurement's open nature and comprehensive scope.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

P-3371 Digital Competency Management System - Main Supplier

Notice Description

Translink is seeking a competent supplier to provide a Digital Competency Management System for Rail Operational staff. The initial period of the contract will be for 5 years with possible extensions of up to 36 months. Further details of the requirements are detailed within the tender documents.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Any period(s) up to and including an additional 36 months.

Planning Information

Initial market research was conducted with three companies working in the field of rail industry competency management software. Through industry contacts and internet search, Translink identified three organisations as potential providers: Assesstech, Velociti, and Rail Professional Development. These companies were introduced to Translink's anticipated project requirements: implementation of a Digital Competency Management System (DCMS) - a single, secure digital platform that replaces paper files, automates scheduling, and enables live, tablet-based assessments. The suppliers provided virtual demonstrations of existing software. Full PME reporting is logged on Translink internal systems.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061214
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026185-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£550,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£660,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20265 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Mar 20265 months ago
Contract Period
24 Mar 2026 - 22 Mar 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Translink
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT2 7LX
Postcode Area
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland
Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Rail Professional Development Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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