--- title: "Bus RTPI System Support & Maintenance plus Supply and Maintenance of Bus Timetable Software" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02a1be" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02a1be" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02a1be.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02a1be.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2021-12-15" --- # Bus RTPI System Support & Maintenance plus Supply and Maintenance of Bus Timetable Software Buyer: ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02a1be [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02a1be) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02a1be.json) ## Summary Aberdeenshire Council, in collaboration with Aberdeen City Council, is conducting a public procurement process for the "Bus RTPI System Support & Maintenance plus Supply and Maintenance of Bus Timetable Software." This tender falls under the goods category, specifically concerning Real-Time Passenger Information systems (CPV ID: 48813200). The procurement method employed is an open procedure, and the current stage of the process is the award phase, where the contract has been signed and is active. The contract, valued at £303,573, was signed on 16th September 2021, with the delivery locations covering Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen City. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the technology and transportation sectors, particularly those specialising in software development and maintenance, data integration, and IT systems for public transport. Companies that can offer innovative solutions for real-time data management and display technologies are well-positioned to compete effectively. Given the focus on maintaining and enhancing bus timetable software and RTPI systems, both small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with relevant expertise are encouraged to participate, as there is potential for long-term collaborations and contract extensions based on performance and evolving technological needs. ## Notice Aberdeenshire Council ('the Council') in collaboration with Aberdeen City Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to supply, install, integrate, commission, test, maintain the systems and infrastructure relating to the provision of Real-Time Passenger Information. In addition, the Council are seeking a software solution for the provision of publicity timetables that are installed at bus stops and shelters. ### Lot Information Bus Publicity Timetable Software Supply/Support and Maintenance Please refer to Appendix 1 - Statement of Requirements for the full detailed requirements. Lot 1 is for the supply, support and maintenance of bus publicity timetable generation software for the production of large format printed scheduled timetables, delivering reliable and accurate information to bus passengers. These large format timetables are fitted to the majority of bus stop infrastructure within Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen City. The new system(s) will be designed to provide flexibility, allowing the Council to adopt the latest technologies and standards as they become available. The system(s) is to be hosted by the Contractor(s), who will provide a managed, service-based solution. The contractor will be responsible for monitoring the system and its components, identifying any faults or failures which may occur and rectifying these within the timescales set out in this specification. The Contractor will take on responsibility for all system maintenance. The system architecture will be based on open data standards and utilise the supply of data feeds from bus operators and the Council. The system will provide accurate data outputs in several formats. Renewal: The Council shall have the sole option of extending the contract for further periods of one year, for a maximum of three years after the expiry of the term. Such extensions shall be based on the performance of the Contractor, the success of the Services provided and the availability of budget/economic situation/requirements of the Council. Hardware and Software Maintenance of a RTPI Base System and On Street Electronic Display Screens Please refer to Appendix 1 - Statement of Requirements for the full detailed requirements. For Lot2, Aberdeenshire Council ('the Council') in collaboration with Aberdeen City Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to supply, install, integrate, commission, test and maintain the systems and infrastructure relating to the provision of Real-Time Passenger Information. The current provision consists of 2 components: 1) Base RTPI system that monitors the vehicle locations, provides a departure prediction engine and then subsequent data transfer via a communication feed to a 3rd party system. 2) RTPI hardware and software provision that consumes and cleanses the data provision from the base system feed (1) and delivers departure times via a feed to the bus stop/shelter and other RTPI displays. The system(s) is to be hosted by the Contractor(s), who will provide a managed, service-based solution. The contractor will be responsible for monitoring the system and its components, identifying any faults or failures which may occur and rectifying these within the timescales set out in this specification. The Contractor will take on responsibility for all system maintenance. The system architecture will be based on open data standards and utilise the supply of data feeds from bus operators and the Council. The system will provide accurate data outputs in several formats. These will include, but not be limited to display hardware, web pages, Traveline App and a managed Open Data service comprising API layers and SIRI data feeds. The continuing development of RTPI systems and the wider transport technology marketplace is recognised. This is likely to result in advances in and the development of the solution by the Contractor during the Contract term and may include changes to standards and protocols. For the duration of the Contract, the Contractor is to provide software updates at no additional cost, for any subsequent upgrades to the original software solutions, as systems are developed to reflect the latest technology standards. Similarly, there are to be no additional charges for the adoption of new or revised standards. Renewal: The Council shall have the sole option of extending the contract for further periods of one year, for a maximum of three years after the expiry of the term. Such extensions shall be based on the performance of the Contractor, the success of the Services provided and the availability of budget/economic situation/requirements of the Council. Bus Publicity Timetable Software Supply/Support and Maintenance plus Hardware and Software Maintenance of a RTPI Base System and On Street Electronic Display Screens Please refer to Appendix 1 - Statement of Requirements for the full detailed requirements. Lot 1 is for the supply, support and maintenance of bus publicity timetable generation software for the production of large format printed scheduled timetables, delivering reliable and accurate information to bus passengers. These large format timetables are fitted to the majority of bus stop infrastructure within Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen City. The new system will be designed to provide flexibility, allowing the Council to adopt the latest technologies and standards as they become available For Lot2, Aberdeenshire Council ('the Council') in collaboration with Aberdeen City Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to supply, install, integrate, commission, test and maintain the systems and infrastructure relating to the provision of Real-Time Passenger Information. The current provision consists of 2 components: 1) Base RTPI system that monitors the vehicle locations, provides a departure prediction engine and then subsequent data transfer via a communication feed to a 3rd party system. 2) RTPI hardware and software provision that consumes and cleanses the data provision from the base system feed (1) and delivers departure times via a feed to the bus stop/shelter and other RTPI displays. The system(s) are to be hosted by the Contractor(s), who will provide a managed, service-based solution. The contractor will be responsible for monitoring the system and its components, identifying any faults or failures which may occur and rectifying these within the timescales set out in this specification. The Contractor will take on responsibility for all system maintenance. The system architecture will be based on open data standards and utilise the supply of data feeds from bus operators and the Council. The system will provide accurate data outputs in several formats. These will include, but not be limited to display hardware, web pages, Traveline App and a managed Open Data service comprising API layers and SIRI data feeds. The continuing development of RTPI systems and the wider transport technology marketplace is recognised. This is likely to result in advances in and the development of the solution by the Contractor during the Contract term and may include changes to standards and protocols. For the duration of the Contract, the Contractor is to provide software updates at no additional cost, for any subsequent upgrades to the original software solutions, as systems are developed to reflect the latest technology standards. Similarly, there are to be no additional charges for the adoption of new or revised standards. Renewal: The Council shall have the sole option of extending the contract for further periods of one year, for a maximum of three years after the expiry of the term. Such extensions shall be based on the performance of the Contractor, the success of the Services provided and the availability of budget/economic situation/requirements of the Council. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031273-2021 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 15 Dec 2021 | | Submission deadline | 30 Apr 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 15 Sep 2021 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £303,573 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Active, Cancelled | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | ABERDEEN | | Post town | Aberdeen | | Postcode | AB16 5GB | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | | Local authority | Aberdeen City | | Electoral ward | Midstocket/Rosemount | | Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North | | Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | 21ST CENTURY PASSENGER SYSTEMS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages - 48 - Software package and information systems ### Codes - 30199790 - Timetables - 48813200 - Real-time passenger information system ## Release History - 15 Dec 2021 at 15:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031273-2021 - 31 Mar 2021 at 16:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006733-2021 ## Notice URLs - http://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000649327 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00232 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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