Planning

Vehicle Management Services System

SALFORD CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

20 Apr 2026 at 12:25

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Salford City Council is initiating a procurement process for a new Vehicle Management System (VMS) to replace their existing SAP-based solution, which will reach its end of life in 2027. Currently in the planning stage, the Council is seeking qualified suppliers to express interest and participate in Soft Market Testing (SMT) workshops to explore available solutions in the market. Interested suppliers must register by 5pm on Friday, 8th May 2026, and complete a questionnaire via the Chest platform. This procurement falls under the software package and information systems category, and it is targeted at the UKD3 region (Greater Manchester) with the process adhering to the legal framework outlined in UKPGA 2023/54.

The tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software and information systems to engage with a public authority. Suppliers experienced in vehicle management and sophisticated system integration would be well-suited to deliver the goods required within this anticipated contract period commencing January 2027. By engaging in the early planning and market consultations, companies can strategically position themselves to provide a tailored solution that meets the Council’s needs, thus driving business growth and potential long-term collaborations in the public sector. Additionally, the procedural engagement allows suppliers access to detailed market insights, fostering innovation in their product offerings.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Vehicle Management Services System

Notice Description

Salford City Council invites suitably qualified Suppliers to express their interest in the provision, implementation and support of a new Vehicle Management System (VMS) to replace the current SAP-based solution, which is reaching end of life in 2027. It is the intention to hold some Soft Market Testing (SMT) (preliminary market consultations) workshops to review the current supply market. The same information will be gathered from all Providers who wish to participate in the SMT.

Planning Information

Salford City Council invites suitably qualified Suppliers to express their interest in the provision, implementation and support of a new Vehicle Management System (VMS) to replace the current SAP-based solution, which is reaching end of life in 2027. It is the intention to hold some Soft Market Testing (SMT) (preliminary market consultations) workshops to review the current supply market. The same information will be gathered from all Providers who wish to participate in the SMT. Interested parties need to register their interest and are required to complete a questionnaire and return it by 5pm on Friday 8th May, via the Chest (https://procontract.due-north.com/Register). Project reference is DN813473.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068648
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035616-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Sep 20265 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SALFORD CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M27 5DA
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Swinton & Wardley
Westminster Constituency
Worsley and Eccles

Further Information

Notice Documents

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