Planning

Barcodes Acceptance - 2026

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

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Planning

21 May 2026 at 12:29

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Transport for London (TfL) has initiated a procurement process titled "Barcodes Acceptance - 2026" under an open procedure. This upcoming contract is within the IT services category, specifically focussing on consulting, software development, Internet, and support. Its objective is to enhance barcode ticketing as part of a comprehensive reform of the fares, ticketing, and retail system. The contract is planned to start on 1st June 2027 and will run until 31st May 2033. The procurement is at the planning stage, with a future notice date set for 29th June 2026. The procurement aims to streamline ticketing processes within London, reflecting broader national efforts towards a simplified and unified railway network under Great British Railways.

This tender opens significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT consulting, software development, and related services, particularly those keen on digital retailing technology. Companies that have experience with transport systems and digital ticketing will find this project particularly well-suited to their capabilities. The strategic objective of the tender aligns with improving passenger experiences through innovative digital solutions, positioning it as an attractive prospect for businesses aiming to expand their portfolios and participate in public sector projects with substantial impact on urban transport infrastructure.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Barcodes Acceptance - 2026

Notice Description

Barcode ticketing has been rolled out nationally on rail, further accelerating the adoption of digital retailing and acceptance. TfL's proposed expansion of barcode ticketing in London aligns with the broader rail industry-led reform of fares, ticketing, and retail. Making fares easier to understand, ticketing simpler and delivering improvements to passenger experience now, ahead of a simpler more unified railway under Great British Railways.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069f2b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047087-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
29 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2027 - 31 May 2033 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

Notice Documents

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