--- title: "Future of Freight Demand Scenarios" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7f96ca1c-8491-441c-881d-41f30b59b8fb" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7f96ca1c-8491-441c-881d-41f30b59b8fb" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7f96ca1c-8491-441c-881d-41f30b59b8fb.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7f96ca1c-8491-441c-881d-41f30b59b8fb.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE" published: "2018-09-21" --- # Future of Freight Demand Scenarios Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7f96ca1c-8491-441c-881d-41f30b59b8fb [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7f96ca1c-8491-441c-881d-41f30b59b8fb) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7f96ca1c-8491-441c-881d-41f30b59b8fb.json) ## Summary The procurement process titled "Future of Freight Demand Scenarios" is initiated by the Crown Commercial Service, with a focus on research services within the freight and logistics industry. This tender is currently at the award stage, having been published on 21st September 2018, and it follows a selective procurement method with a total contract value of £63,579 GBP. The contract period runs from 28th June 2018 to 31st December 2018. Bidders were required to submit their tenders by the deadline of 14th June 2018, and eligible addresses include locations across the UK as well as overseas territories. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in research and analysis, especially those with experience in freight systems and infrastructure. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that are adept in market research and data analysis are particularly well-suited to compete in this procurement. Companies that can provide insights into the evolution of freight demand and assess the impact of regulatory changes on urban congestion will be in a strong position to win this contract, which aligns with ongoing government interests in enhancing economic growth through improved freight connectivity. ## Notice BACKGROUND TO REQUIREMENT/OVERVIEW OF REQUIREMENT In November 2017, the Chancellor of the Exchequer asked the Commission to undertake a study on the future of freight. The Government asked the Commission to: * Assess the impact freight has currently on urban congestion and the UK's carbon emissions, and the future of inter-city freight movements; * Make recommendations on the future of freight infrastructure and regulation to reduce the effects of congestion on productivity, particularly in urban areas, and ensure wider freight connectivity supports economic growth; * Consider the potential of emerging technologies to improve the efficiency, productivity and environmental impact of UK freight; * Make recommendations on the future of our roads and highways to be able to adapt to new technology, e.g. platooning; * Consider the wider economic role of freight and how its economic benefits are factored into government infrastructure investments; * Take into account the increase in non-fossil fuels for road vehicles, and consider options for decarbonising the freight sector including the infrastructure and regulation needed for low emission haulage. Bidders should read the full Terms of Reference for the freight study in order to understand the broader context for this requirement and inform their response. The Commission will publish an interim report in Autumn 2018 that will outline the importance of freight, the future of freight demand, the impacts of congestion and carbon on freight and caused by freight, and the key barriers to improvement and change. The study will conclude with a final report in Spring 2019 that provides recommendations on the changes required to infrastructure, regulation, industry practices, and the government's investment priorities in the freight sector, in order to deliver an efficient and low-carbon freight system over the coming 30 years. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1566f1dc-f4fc-45ce-af4d-bea8f0672bc6 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Dynamic | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Sep 2018 | | Submission deadline | 14 Jun 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 26 Jun 2018 | | Contract period | 27 Jun 2018 - 31 Dec 2018 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £63,579 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £63,579 | | 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 | CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE | | Locality | NEWPORT | | Post town | Newport | | Postcode | NP10 8QQ | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport | | Local authority | Newport | | Electoral ward | Tredegar Park and Marshfield | | Westminster constituency | Newport West and Islwyn | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | MDS TRANSMODAL | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73110000 - Research services ## Release History - 21 Sep 2018 at 12:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1566f1dc-f4fc-45ce-af4d-bea8f0672bc6 - 1 Jun 2018 at 17:35 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e071ebc-7499-43da-90af-cb7948fe64e6 - 1 Jun 2018 at 16:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e071ebc-7499-43da-90af-cb7948fe64e6 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1566f1dc-f4fc-45ce-af4d-bea8f0672bc6 21st September 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e071ebc-7499-43da-90af-cb7948fe64e6 1st June 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d613ed41-c1af-4d63-98c6-a0c632e0006f CCZZ18A19 Appendix B - Future of Freight Demand - FINAL - (1) (2) - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/83acc1af-56a9-4338-ba98-12ed430edcf5 CCZZ18A19 Appendix D - Future Demand - FINAL (1) (2) - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4c29bc60-e32f-4c07-b3d4-ac5b0d5533a5 CCZZ18A19 RM6018 - Contract Terms Redacted - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1a4754cc-1666-4962-93b9-5257a6eb5e16 CCZZ18A19 MDS Framework Award Letter Redacted - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/756a42d1-fcb7-42b0-9452-445563d47304 CCZZ18A19RM6018 Letter of AppointmentRedacted ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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