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title: "Bus Stop Accessibility Design Guidance and Accessibility Assessment Methodology"
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# Bus Stop Accessibility Design Guidance and Accessibility Assessment Methodology

Buyer: MERSEYTRAVEL / LIVERPOOL CITY REGION COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-41cac3b7-8501-44ea-8a9e-c55962d51bc8

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Bus Stop Accessibility Design Guidance and Accessibility Assessment Methodology" was conducted by Merseytravel / Liverpool City Region Combined Authority. This engineering services project, classified under CPV 71300000, required a consultant to develop a set of bus stop standard details for the Liverpool City Region, incorporating current guidance on accessibility and active travel. The procurement followed an open procedure and culminated in an award to Project Centre. Key dates include the contract start on 17th June 2024 and end date on 3rd December 2024, with the tender period having closed on 5th March 2024. The project's estimated value is GBP 37,142.40, and it targets small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs).

This tender offers notable opportunities for businesses specialising in engineering services, particularly those with expertise in accessibility and active travel infrastructure. SMEs and VCSEs stand a prime chance to secure this contract, given the emphasis on inclusivity in the procurement process. The project’s scope, which includes adapting to legislative changes and incorporating comprehensive guidelines, makes it an attractive proposition for firms aiming to showcase their innovative solutions and enhance their market presence within the North West region of the United Kingdom.

## Notice

LCRCA requires a consultant to develop a set of bus stop standard details for use within the Liverpool City Region. Those standard details should incorporate current guidance relating to bus stops, accessibility and active travel. There have been changes in legislation and regulations that affect bus stops and the standard details should take cognisance of them. This should include accommodating the relevant parts of Manual For Streets, Cycle Infrastructure Design (LTN 1/20) and Bus Back Better: National Bus Strategy for England. Please note this tender is being procured via the online portal The Chest www.the-chest.org.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5581db69-7f8a-4d2d-9ab6-17cc3cd13fb9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jun 2024 |
| Contract period | 16 Jun 2024 - 3 Dec 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £37,142 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MERSEYTRAVEL / LIVERPOOL CITY REGION COMBINED AUTHORITY |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 1BP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | Waterfront South |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PROJECT CENTRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71300000 - Engineering services

## Release History

- 2 Oct 2024 at 13:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5581db69-7f8a-4d2d-9ab6-17cc3cd13fb9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5581db69-7f8a-4d2d-9ab6-17cc3cd13fb9
  2nd October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk

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