Planning

Traffic Scotland Operations and Infrastructure Services

TRANSPORT SCOTLAND

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Planning

02 May 2019 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Transport Scotland is seeking contractors for the planned procurement of "Traffic Scotland Operations and Infrastructure Services," a project valued at £35,000,000 that will support activities related to intelligent transport systems and the management of Scotland's trunk road network. This tender process is currently in the planning stage, with an Industrial Information Day scheduled for 23 May 2019 at the Traffic Scotland National Control Centre in South Queensferry, allowing potential bidders to gain insights into the contract's scope and requirements. Companies interested in participating are required to register by 5pm on 16 May 2019.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in transport infrastructure, information technology, and communications systems. Suppliers with experience in the maintenance and construction of transport-related equipment, as well as those capable of managing control centre operations and providing data services, will find themselves well-suited to compete. Successful engagement in this tender could lead to long-term contracts, with the potential for extensions, thereby enhancing business growth in the transport sector.

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Notice Title

Traffic Scotland Operations and Infrastructure Services

Notice Description

The Suppliers' responsibilities will include the maintenance of existing, and construction of new or replacement Traffic Scotland Equipment generally comprising of all intelligent transport systems related equipment, transmission buildings located on the Trunk Road and part of the non-trunk road, associated communications equipment, computers and operator workstations operated, maintained and developed in the provision of the Traffic Scotland Service. The Services also include the management, maintenance and operation of the Traffic Scotland National Control Centre, and back up facility, where Traffic Scotland operate the Traffic Scotland Systems to monitor, manage and operate the Scottish trunk road network on behalf of the Scottish Ministers. Further responsibilities include delivery of the Traffic Scotland Radio Service, social media and data services, all of which enhance the accuracy and credibility of travel information to travellers.

Lot Information

Operations Services

The proposed contract will be in place for a period of 5 years with potential for two 1 year extensions. The intention of this competition is to procure two suitably experienced and qualified economic operators to permit the execution of the services. The Contract will be procured through a competitive tender procedure, in accordance with the restricted procedure as stated in the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Due to nature of the work being proposed, the Contract will be divided into two lots with a maximum of one lot being awarded to one tenderer. To be considered for this contract economic operators will be required to complete the European Single Procurement Document ESPD in accordance with the Contract Notice. Economic operators shall be evaluated in accordance with the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, on the basis of information they provide within the ESPD. It is anticipated that a total of 5 economic operators will be invited to tender stage. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts(Scotland) Regulations 2015.. The estimated total value of Lot 1 is 15 000 000.00 GBP (excluding VAT) in total over five years.

Infrastructure Services

The proposed contract will be in place for a period of 5 years with potential for two 1 year extensions. The intention of this competition is to procure two suitably experienced and qualified economic operators to permit the execution of the services. The Contract will be procured through a competitive tender procedure, in accordance with the restricted procedure as stated in the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Due to nature of the work being proposed, the Contract will be divided into two lots with a maximum of one lot being awarded to one tenderer. To be considered for this contract economic operators will be required to complete the European Single Procurement Document ESPD in accordance with the Contract Notice. Economic operators shall be evaluated in accordance with the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, on the basis of information they provide within the ESPD. It is anticipated that a total of 5 economic operators will be invited to tender stage. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts(Scotland) Regulations 2015.. It is estimated that the total value of Lot 2 will be 20 000 000.00 GBP (excluding VAT) in total over the five year contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000580902
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY353367
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

34923000 - Road traffic-control equipment

34924000 - Variable message signs

34970000 - Traffic-monitoring equipment

34972000 - Traffic-flow measuring system

45233139 - Highway maintenance work

45233141 - Road-maintenance works

45316210 - Installation of traffic monitoring equipment

50230000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to roads and other equipment

63700000 - Support services for land, water and air transport

63712200 - Highway operation services

63712700 - Traffic control services

63712710 - Traffic monitoring services

71320000 - Engineering design services

72514100 - Facilities management services involving computer operation

79993000 - Building and facilities management services

92210000 - Radio services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 May 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
19 Jun 2019Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT SCOTLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tsoiscontract2019@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1412727100

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G4 0HF
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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