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title: "ITS Message Validation Project"
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# ITS Message Validation Project

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT : DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f413c2e4-9e8a-433d-82ec-38240f546ef1

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## Summary

The Department for Transport (DfT) has successfully completed the ITS Message Validation Project, which aimed to assess the vulnerability of Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems. This project involved a selective procurement method and was published for transparency, with the award value set at £79,495. The contract commenced on 19th January 2019 and concluded on 31st March 2019, applying to services classified under research. Notably, the procurement process was based on a call-off from a framework agreement, and the tender period ended on 18th January 2019.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in the research services sector, particularly those specialising in transport and technology solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this tender suitable due to its focus on innovative approaches within the Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems domain. Engaging in such contracts can help businesses expand their portfolios and enhance their reputations by collaborating with government entities like the Department for Transport.

## Notice

Please note that this contract has already been awarded and is being published for transparency purposes. The Department for Transport (DfT) require an undertaking of works to understand the vulnerability of Cooperative Intelligent Transport System.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5397a7de-5916-4d08-b51c-49cac85c89fb |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jan 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jan 2019 |
| Contract period | 19 Jan 2019 - 31 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £79,495 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £79,495 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT : DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 9PP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | City Centre North |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 24 Jan 2019 at 11:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5397a7de-5916-4d08-b51c-49cac85c89fb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5397a7de-5916-4d08-b51c-49cac85c89fb
  24th January 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a2b6dacd-4894-4724-a7c6-553a18e62a40
  RM3764ii Call-Off Contract - Redacted.pdf
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cffe28a9-1bed-4f78-b3b3-4ed70dad5ab1
  RM3764ii Call-Off Contract - Redacted.pdf

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/crown-commercial-service

## Provenance

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