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title: "Evaluation of PAYG ticketing in the South East"
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# Evaluation of PAYG ticketing in the South East

Buyer: DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-df80ec6c-25b1-414e-80e8-27d07d04ebb8

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Evaluation of PAYG ticketing in the South East" has been orchestrated by the Department for Transport (DfTc). The contract, classified under research services, is complete and involves selective procurement through call-off from a framework agreement. Located in London, England, the buying organisation, DfTc, has identified the suitable regions for delivery, including the British Oversea Territories and the United Kingdom. The procurement has progressed to the award stage, with the contract initially awarded on 14 August 2023 and later extended on 28 April 2026. The contract period started on 7 September 2023 and is set to conclude on 30 October 2026, with a total value of £230,000.

This tender opens growth opportunities for businesses specialising in research services, offering a flexible contract model that can accommodate SMEs. The project targets the exploration of Pay As You Go ticketing systems, presenting a promising avenue for companies proficient in transportation research. Large enterprises like Ove Arup and Partners Ltd, the awarded supplier, exemplify the scale of organisations well-suited to partake. The procurement favours firms with a strong expertise in the field, paving the way for advancements in ticketing technologies and regional transport strategies in the South East. Companies looking to enhance their portfolio in public sector contracts will find lasting value in engaging with this venture.

## Notice

Contract Extension

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef0afb28-6d59-4958-bad7-d6db831357cc |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Jul 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Sep 2023 |
| Contract period | 6 Sep 2023 - 30 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £230,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £196,431 |
| 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 | DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | Vincent Square |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OVE ARUP AND PARTNERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 28 Apr 2026 at 09:13 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef0afb28-6d59-4958-bad7-d6db831357cc
- 27 Aug 2024 at 10:44 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef0afb28-6d59-4958-bad7-d6db831357cc
- 4 Sep 2023 at 16:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef0afb28-6d59-4958-bad7-d6db831357cc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef0afb28-6d59-4958-bad7-d6db831357cc
  28th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9381a7ff-21e8-473b-8c44-1347a34c793e
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6538a682-2833-4dbf-a3f8-90dca716f047
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/effbc89a-f44d-41eb-9fc9-4de2e0adbcc8
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