--- title: "ESDAL 4 - Electronic Service Delivery for Abnormal Indivisible Loads" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ef57ecf7-7535-4a15-9490-99f25f97f99e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ef57ecf7-7535-4a15-9490-99f25f97f99e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ef57ecf7-7535-4a15-9490-99f25f97f99e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ef57ecf7-7535-4a15-9490-99f25f97f99e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "HIGHWAYS ENGLAND" published: "2020-09-30" --- # ESDAL 4 - Electronic Service Delivery for Abnormal Indivisible Loads Buyer: HIGHWAYS ENGLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ef57ecf7-7535-4a15-9490-99f25f97f99e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ef57ecf7-7535-4a15-9490-99f25f97f99e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ef57ecf7-7535-4a15-9490-99f25f97f99e.json) ## Summary Highways England is conducting a tender for the project titled "ESDAL 4 - Electronic Service Delivery for Abnormal Indivisible Loads," classified under IT services. This procurement is taking place in Bristol, England, and is currently in the Tender stage. The tender period ends on 2nd October 2020, while the contract is anticipated to commence on 9th February 2021, lasting for five years until 8th February 2026, with a budget of £4.9 million. The procurement method is a selective procedure, specifically a restricted procedure above threshold, inviting applicants with suitable capabilities. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in web-based services, particularly those with a focus on innovation and a good understanding of the regulations governing abnormal loads. Companies that specialise in software development, particularly in creating modular, cloud-hosted services, will find themselves particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, those able to demonstrate a track record in delivering efficient IT solutions that enhance operational workflows in transport contexts may also benefit from this opportunity for growth. ## Notice What we currently have: ESDAL is currently provided as a digital application with portals for hauliers, structure/road owners, the police, special order routing tool (SORT - for permits) and the help desk. There is a secure registration process requiring users to have a unique user name and password to log into the system. It is based on an Oracle database and a configured Navteq mapping solution. What we want from ESDAL 4: The new ESDAL 4 system will provide: A modular, open and hosted in the cloud service. The workflow will be developed on a workflow platform so that workflow configuration is separated from software, thus reducing the IPR held by the supplier. A new more modern mapping solution will be continuously updated as road layouts change in real time. Standardised interfaces will enable third party services to be developed as an alternative to enhancing the core ESDAL system. For example, a mobile phone app for making applications; or a mobile phone app that will enable Police to be informed of abnormal load movements while on patrol. Other Highways England systems may be able to make use of ESDAL data by the development of open interfaces to ESDAL. It will meet the requirements of the UK Government Digital Service standard. (https://www.gov.uk/servicemanual/service-standard). The contract is envisaged to be for a five year period with the potential to extend on a 1+1 year basis. The PS4.9 million funding covers the first 5 years. Development is required specifically to meet the requirements of the UK Government Digital Service standard. (https://www.gov.uk/service-manual/service-standard). Current workflows have potential for efficiency improvements while retaining the safety benefits of strict adherence to UK AIL regulations. (http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2003/1998/schedule/1/part/1/crossheading/meaning-of-abnormalindivisible-load/made). The following non-specified provisions may additionally be taken up by the procuring authority during the lifetime of the contract. These are potential enhancements to ESDAL to keep it up to date with changes in: haulage industry standards, relevant legislation, technical advances e.g. automated and connected vehicles and new functionality to improve system integration. Highways England seeks applications from potential suppliers with the capacity and capability to provide ESDAL 4. Highways England is interested in applications from companies with a track record of innovation in web-based services. A clear understanding of abnormal loads processes and regulations will be an advantage but is not essential. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bded1e1-e558-419d-9a33-16f1f1d50bc4 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 30 Sep 2020 | | Submission deadline | 2 Oct 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 9 Feb 2021 - 8 Feb 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £4,900,000 | | 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 | HIGHWAYS ENGLAND | | Locality | BRISTO | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS1 6HA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England | | ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of | | Local authority | Bristol, City of | | Electoral ward | Lawrence Hill | | Westminster constituency | Bristol East | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 30 Sep 2020 at 16:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bded1e1-e558-419d-9a33-16f1f1d50bc4 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bded1e1-e558-419d-9a33-16f1f1d50bc4 30th September 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://highways.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at ## Notice URLs - http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2003/1998/schedule/1/part/1/crossheading/meaning-of-abnormalindivisible-load/made - https://www.gov.uk/service-manual/service-standard - https://www.gov.uk/servicemanual/service-standard ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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