---
title: "The supply, set up and support of a planning software suite"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02cd95"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02cd95.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "FIRST RAIL HOLDINGS LIMITED"
published: "2021-07-29"
---

# The supply, set up and support of a planning software suite

Buyer: FIRST RAIL HOLDINGS LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02cd95

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by First Rail Holdings Limited and aims to secure the supply, set-up, and support of a planning software suite, particularly in the railway services sector. This tender falls under the goods category, classified as industry-specific software package, with a notable delivery address located in the UK. The current stage of this procurement is active, with a tender period scheduled to close on 27th August 2021, followed by an invitation for the second stage on 28th August 2021. The procurement method is selective, using a negotiated procedure that required a prior call for competition.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for software providers and IT consultants specialising in planning systems, particularly those with experience in the railway industry. Businesses that can demonstrate the capability to support the planning of train operations, vehicle management, and crew scheduling are well-positioned to compete. With an option for a two-year extension, successful bidders could benefit from a long-term contract that enhances their portfolio in public sector engagements.

## Notice

The provision of supply and support of a set of planning software for TPE to cover train, vehicle and crew planning with interfaces, reports and specific IT requirements

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The provision of supply and support of a set of planning software for TPE to cover train, vehicle and crew planning with interfaces, reports and specific IT requirements

Options: Can be extended for a period of 24 months

Renewal: Contract can be renewed before expiration at the contracting entity's discretion

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018079-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jul 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 | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Cancelled |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | FIRST RAIL HOLDINGS LIMITED |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | North West London |
| Postcode | NW1 5DH |
| 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 | Hyde Park |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 29 Jul 2021 at 12:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018079-2021
- 28 Jul 2021 at 14:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017959-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://www.procurement.gwr.com
- https://www.tpexpress.co.uk

## Provenance

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