--- title: "Single Party Framework Agreement for the provision of Smart Card Media for Merseytravel Commercial Cards" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4971a032-1375-4369-9344-f2dd091fb79f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4971a032-1375-4369-9344-f2dd091fb79f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4971a032-1375-4369-9344-f2dd091fb79f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4971a032-1375-4369-9344-f2dd091fb79f.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MERSEYTRAVEL" published: "2020-12-03" --- # Single Party Framework Agreement for the provision of Smart Card Media for Merseytravel Commercial Cards Buyer: MERSEYTRAVEL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4971a032-1375-4369-9344-f2dd091fb79f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4971a032-1375-4369-9344-f2dd091fb79f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4971a032-1375-4369-9344-f2dd091fb79f.json) ## Summary The Merseytravel authority has initiated a tender for a Single Party Framework Agreement concerning the provision of Smart Card Media for its Commercial Cards. This procurement falls within the information technology services industry category and seeks a qualified supplier capable of handling batched distribution and custom card issuance, compliant with the current ITSO specification. The tender period is set to conclude on 12th January 2021, with the contract anticipated to commence on 1st March 2021 and run for four years, concluding on 3rd February 2025. Interested parties should note that the total value of this contract is estimated at £1,000,000 and that the delivery addresses will be primarily within the North West region of the United Kingdom. This opportunity presents a significant avenue for business growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary/community sector organisations with the capability to meet technical specifications and previous experience in similar contracts. Suppliers with expertise in card management system integration and the ability to deliver flexible card volume solutions will find themselves well-positioned to compete for this contract. Engaging in this framework could enable businesses to establish lasting relationships with Merseytravel and tap into further contracts in the public sector. ## Notice Single Party Framework Agreement for the provision of Smart Card Media for Merseytravel Commercial Cards A suitable supplier is sought to assist in the provision and issuance of Smart Card Media Devices (CMD's). * It is a mandatory requirement that the supplier is certified to the current ITSO specification and certified for CMD 7 * Merseytravel require batched distribution of anonymous commercial cards to a small number of UK address locations * The pre-printed cards will be printed front and reverse to Merseytravel specified Metro brand specifications * Merseytravel would also like the option to purchase blank card media * Merseytravel would also like the option to purchase bulk pre-loaded smart card, ticket types to be specified by Merseytravel at the time of placing the order. * The service provider will have a proven track record of HOPS and Card Management Service (CMS) integration with Merseytravel's current HOPS and CMS provider, Applied Card Technologies (ACT) * The supplier should have a proven track record of managing similar contracts * Merseytravel is looking to purchase CMD DesFire 4k and 8k * Flexibility around card volumes is to be expected The framework agreement will be for 4 years. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45b64600-22cc-490e-a5f6-c9df7c8549f0 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Dec 2020 | | Submission deadline | 12 Jan 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Mar 2021 - 3 Feb 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MERSEYTRAVEL | | 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) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 3 Dec 2020 at 17:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45b64600-22cc-490e-a5f6-c9df7c8549f0 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45b64600-22cc-490e-a5f6-c9df7c8549f0 3rd December 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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