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DISTRACTED DRIVER AND SEATBELT DETECTION TECHNOLOGY SURVEY

TRANSPORT SCOTLAND

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30 Apr 2026 at 08:28

Summary of the contracting process

Transport Scotland has completed the procurement process for the "Distracted Driver and Seatbelt Detection Technology Survey," aimed at enhancing road safety through technology research services. As a national agency located in Glasgow, Transport Scotland sought to analyse technology capable of detecting driver behaviours such as the usage of handheld devices and seatbelt compliance in Scotland. This procurement, classified under the CPV category "Research services," was conducted through a limited procurement method without prior publication. The award stage concluded on 20 March 2026 with a contract valued at £342,090, awarded to Aecom, a large-scale supplier with headquarters in Edinburgh.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in technology-driven research services, particularly those focusing on road safety and driver behaviour analytics. By engaging in such procurement processes, businesses can expand their portfolio in the transport sector and contribute to innovative safety solutions. Although this particular contract was awarded without competition due to its specific requirements, similar initiatives may arise, offering avenues for businesses that possess expertise in research, technology development, and data analysis tailored to transport safety. Organisations capable of supplying advanced detection equipment and conducting thorough data analysis would find themselves well-suited for future contracts of this nature.

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Notice Title

DISTRACTED DRIVER AND SEATBELT DETECTION TECHNOLOGY SURVEY

Notice Description

Survey of Distracted Driver and Seatbelt enforcement technology to determine the scale and extent of specific driver behaviours in Scotland

Lot Information

Lot 1

Non Competitive Action Direct Award of short term equipment hire and data analysis of technology capable of remotely calculating the prevalence of drivers using handheld devices and/or not using a seatbelt whilst driving.

Procurement Information

The procurement falls outside the scope of application of the Directive

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068ec6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039626-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£342,090 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT SCOTLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 7ER
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AECOM

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