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title: "Route Optimisation Software"
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buyer: "NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Route Optimisation Software

Buyer: NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cb51d462-b74f-4755-abb9-5f7bc014a03e

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Route Optimisation Software" has been completed by Norfolk County Council, involving the procurement of a cloud-based tool for planning transport for special education needs, mainstream schools, and social care. This contract falls under the industry category "Software package and information systems" and targets the East of England, United Kingdom. The procurement stage is at the "Award" level, with the contract awarded on 6 March 2025. The contract period spans from 16 March 2026 to 15 March 2027, and it was executed using a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender presents opportunities for business growth within the software services sector, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises, as the awarded supplier, QRoutes, is identified as an SME. Businesses that specialise in software development and logistical services, specifically those offering innovative transport planning solutions, would be well poised to compete in similar future tenders. With a contract value of £70,300, such opportunities offer significant potential for enhancing business portfolios and diversifying customer bases within the public sector.

## Notice

A cloud based tool for planning transport for SEND, mainstream schools and social care On 19 November 2025, the Minister of State for Local Government and Homelessness made a written statement [UIN HCWS1071] saying that three proposals for unitary local government in Norfolk had been received - these could entail the creation of one, two or three unitary councils. The Minister announced a consultation exercise, which ended on 11 January 2026. The Minister stated that "once the consultations have concluded, the Government will assess the proposals against the criteria in the invitation and decide, subject to parliamentary approval, which, if any, proposals are to be implemented, with or without modification". The Government has confirmed that it is minded to create three unitary Councils, subject to parliamentary approval. On 4 December 2025, the Secretary of State for Local Government made a written statement [UIN HCWS1128] stating that the government intends to establish a Mayoral Strategic Authority for Norfolk and Suffolk as soon as possible, and that it is minded to hold inaugural mayoral elections in May 2028. Should these processes lead to unitary local government in Norfolk and/or to the establishment of a Mayoral Strategic Authority covering Norfolk (i) the contract may be transferred, assigned or novated to any successor authority(ies) to the council, or to any joint body incorporating or formed by any such successor and/or to any Mayoral Strategic Authority; and/or (ii) the council or a successor authority or joint body may order services on behalf of other local authorities serving any area within Norfolk's current geographical boundaries. Additional information: This was a direct award from G-Cloud. Closing date represents date of contract signature from supplier.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6844631-037c-460d-adcf-65b15743fa16 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 16 Mar 2026 - 15 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,300 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £70,300 |
| 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 | NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORWICH |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR1 2DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk |
| Local authority | Norwich |
| Electoral ward | Lakenham |
| Westminster constituency | Norwich South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | QROUTES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 17 Jun 2026 at 09:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6844631-037c-460d-adcf-65b15743fa16

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6844631-037c-460d-adcf-65b15743fa16
  17th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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