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BODS Connect Team

DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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08 May 2026 at 10:19

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport has completed the tender process for the "BODS Connect Team" project, which aims to establish a team to support bus operators and data publishers in improving data submission compliance and quality. Categorised under the services industry, this procurement is centred in London, as well as other locations within the UK. The award stage of this selective procurement was reached, with the legal basis referenced as 2023/54. Actica Consulting Limited has been awarded the contract to commence from 1 June 2026, running until 31 May 2028, with potential extensions up to 31 May 2030. The total contract value is £2,500,000, with a standstill period ending on 20 May 2026.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses offering high-level business analysis consultancy services. Companies with expertise in managing compliance and data quality in large-scale transport projects would find this tender especially relevant. Additionally, the framework-based structure of the award may encourage other organisations with similar capabilities to engage in future opportunities with the Department for Transport. The scale and scope of this project suggest that businesses capable of supporting the Department on an ongoing basis with innovative solutions would be well-suited to compete in such procurements.

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Notice Title

BODS Connect Team

Notice Description

The requested work is to form a dedicated BODS Connect Team (BCT) to provide ongoing, hands-on support for BODS. The BCT will help bus operators and data publishers improve the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of their data submissions, ensuring that BODS continues to meet regulatory standards and deliver high-quality data services to all stakeholders. The BCT will operate as an integral part of the DfT programme team, representing DfT's interests and working collaboratively with internal and external partners. The team's primary focus will be on practical operational support, fostering compliance, and maintaining high standards of data quality. Through direct engagement and problem-solving, the BCT will ensure BODS remains a reliable and valuable resource for the industry.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069469
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042385-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Award under framework
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,500,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 May 20266 days ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ACTICA CONSULTING

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