Project to update the Tactran Bus development plan

TAYSIDE AND CENTRAL SCOTLAND TRANSPORT PARTNERSHIP (TACTRAN)

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Project to update the Tactran Bus development plan" was initiated by the Tayside and Central Scotland Transport Partnership (TACTRAN), a regional or local authority focused on transport initiatives. Located in Perth, TACTRAN sought to secure consultancy services to enhance the Tactran bus development plan. The procurement followed an open procedure, indicating a transparent approach to selecting suppliers. Initially tendered on 2nd September 2025 and intended to conclude by 31st March 2026, this service-focused contract had a value of £35,000. Key procurement stages included a tender period ending on 19th September 2025 and subsequent contract award on the same day, with contractual activities commencing 16th October 2025. The award was made to Transport Analysis & Advocacy Ltd, marking the transition from the tender to the active contract stage.

This opportunity offered substantial potential for businesses, particularly those in transport consultancy, to gain significant experience and showcase their expertise in sustainable transport solutions. Large-scale businesses, especially those with a focus on public transport and regional development, were well-suited to compete due to the scale and strategic importance of the project. The project was designed to strengthen public transport infrastructure by leveraging expert consultancy, which could result in increased business credibility and exposure within the public sector transportation industry. With all bids submitted electronically, companies with proficient digital communication could particularly benefit from the efficient submission and evaluation processes involved.

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Notice Title

Project to update the Tactran Bus development plan

Notice Description

Project to update and further develop the Tactran Bus development plan

Lot Information

Lot 1

Tactran and the Tayside Bus Alliance are seeking the services of a consultant to update and further develop the Tactran bus development plan. The project will update the existing work of Tactran to support the work of the RTP and the bus alliance in supporting and enhancing bus and sustainable transport services in the Tactran region. It is anticipated that delivery and reporting would be concluded by 31st March 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000808732
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555812
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£33,550 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Oct 20258 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TAYSIDE AND CENTRAL SCOTLAND TRANSPORT PARTNERSHIP (TACTRAN)
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
PERTH
Postcode
PH1 5EN
Post Town
Perth
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling
Delivery Location
TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling

Local Authority
Perth and Kinross
Electoral Ward
Perth City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Perth and Kinross-shire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TRANSPORT ANALYSIS & ADVOCACY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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