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Provision of an Incentivised Travel Based Promotion App

BLACKPOOL COUNCIL

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02 Mar 2026 at 11:47

Summary of the contracting process

Blackpool Council has successfully concluded the procurement process for the "Provision of an Incentivised Travel Based Promotion App," aimed at encouraging sustainable travel among staff. This contract falls within the services industry category and will be situated in Blackpool, a town located in the region of UKD42. The procurement has advanced to the award stage, with BetterPoints Limited selected as the supplier to develop the app, reflecting completion status. The initial agreement, commencing from 6 February 2026, extends until 5 February 2027, with the possibility of renewal subject to review and budget considerations. The contract’s value stands at £39,450 net, following the "Below threshold - unknown" procurement method.

This tender presents significant business growth prospects, especially for businesses specialising in digital applications, software development, and sustainable transport solutions. Enterprises adept in incentivised app development or possessing innovative solutions to promote active travel will find synergy here. The contract also encourages engagement with a public authority—namely Blackpool Council—offering potential for collaborative opportunities in future sustainability initiatives. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in tech and transport sectors could leverage their expertise to competently vie for similar procurements, enhancing their portfolio whilst contributing to substantial environmental impacts through innovative community-focused applications.

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Notice Title

Provision of an Incentivised Travel Based Promotion App

Notice Description

The council has prepared a staff travel plan, which was launched in June 2025. In pursuit of modal shift, this requires the support of a rewards scheme or direct incentives for individuals to adopt sustainable or active travel modes in preference to the car, principally for work commuting trips.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065f67
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018370-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

48983000 - Development software package

98300000 - Miscellaneous services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£39,450 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
6 Feb 2026 - 5 Feb 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLACKPOOL COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKPOOL
Postcode
FY1 1NB
Post Town
Blackpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD42 Blackpool
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Blackpool
Electoral Ward
Talbot
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BETTERPOINTS

Further Information

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