Planning

Request for Supplier Information (RFI) - Vehicle Counters and Speed Surveys

ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL

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Planning

16 Sep 2025 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Argyll and Bute Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for Vehicle Counters and Speed Surveys, with a focus on improving traffic monitoring equipment. This endeavour, titled "Request for Supplier Information (RFI) – Vehicle Counters and Speed Surveys," is part of their strategy to enhance data collection methods in both rural and urban areas of Argyll and Bute, UK. Key details include an upcoming communication date of 24th November 2025, which will support future engagements. Businesses are requested to submit their interests and responses by 5pm on 3rd October 2025. This opportunity falls under the general public services industry category and involves the procurement of goods.

This tender offers significant business growth potential, particularly for suppliers of advanced traffic monitoring technology. Companies specialising in durable traffic survey equipment, fitted for harsh weather conditions with features like extended battery life and improved user interfaces, will find this opportunity especially suited to their capabilities. The existing equipment’s modernisation offers a chance for businesses to introduce innovative solutions that enhance data accuracy and accessibility. Participating in this procurement process allows businesses to secure a foothold in public infrastructure projects and demonstrate their capacity to deliver robust technological solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Request for Supplier Information (RFI) - Vehicle Counters and Speed Surveys

Notice Description

As part of the development process for a procurement strategy for Vehicle Counters and Speed Surveys, Argyll and Bute Council is seeking views and information from the marketplace in connection with the areas set out in this Request for Supplier Information (RFI). Information provided in response to this request will be used in the development of the procurement strategy. By issuing this RFI, Argyll and Bute Council does not make any commitment to procure any of the described services. Furthermore, receipt of this RFI should not be construed as authorisation to incur any costs for which reimbursement would be sought.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Council is looking to identify parties interested in delivering Vehicle Counters and Speed Surveys as detailed in the attached RFI document. The Council undertakes vehicle speed and gap analysis surveys, without the need for in-road sensors, within both remote and urban settings. The existing traffic radar equipment (Black Cat, and QFree/Drakewell) has been in operation for approximately 10 years and requires modernisation. The replacement system must seek to achieve, and where possible better, the existing survey equipment through features such as improved remote access, intuitive user interface and data extraction, and increased battery life to improve the period of data capture available within busy settings. The equipment should last without replacement for at least ten years in the west of Scotland marine climate, with as high an IP rating as possible (at least IP67), and particular emphasis on water penetration.. Please see the attached supporting document for full details of this requirement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000810296
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539271
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

CPV Codes

30144300 - Vehicle-counting machines

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Sep 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
24 Nov 2025Expired
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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL
Contact Name
David Dunlop
Contact Email
david.dunlop@argyll-bute.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1546604011

Buyer Location

Locality
LOCHGILPHEAD
Postcode
PA31 8RT
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute
Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539271
    Request for Supplier Information (RFI) - Vehicle Counters and Speed Surveys - As part of the development process for a procurement strategy for Vehicle Counters and Speed Surveys, Argyll and Bute Council is seeking views and information from the marketplace in connection with the areas set out in this Request for Supplier Information (RFI). Information provided in response to this request will be used in the development of the procurement strategy. By issuing this RFI, Argyll and Bute Council does not make any commitment to procure any of the described services. Furthermore, receipt of this RFI should not be construed as authorisation to incur any costs for which reimbursement would be sought.

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