--- title: "Bus Decarbonisation - Fleet Analysis Modelling System" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-058747" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-058747" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058747.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058747.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "TRANSPORT FOR WALES" published: "2026-05-22" --- # Bus Decarbonisation - Fleet Analysis Modelling System Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR WALES Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-058747 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-058747) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058747.json) ## Summary Transport for Wales (TfW) has initiated an open tender process for the procurement of a "Bus Decarbonisation - Fleet Analysis Modelling System" aimed at advancing the decarbonisation of bus services across Wales. The tender, currently in the active stage, involves services within the industry category of IT services such as consulting, software development, and internet support. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 12:00 PM on 23rd June 2026, with all queries to be raised by 12:00 PM on 15th June 2026. This initiative, located in the United Kingdom, specifically Wales, requires a rapid implementation of an off-the-shelf software solution and involves a contract period starting on 3rd August 2026, with the potential for renewal. The procurement method employed by TfW is a below-threshold open competition, suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). This tender provides significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in software solutions that support strategic planning, operational performance analysis, and zero-emission transitions within public transit systems. Firms capable of delivering market-ready and user-friendly solutions for fleet analysis and modelling systems will find this project aligns with their expertise, particularly those experienced in addressing energy, infrastructure, and cost considerations in the public transport sector. Businesses offering robust user training and ongoing support services, while enhancing capability in strategic planning and business case development, will be well-positioned to compete. This represents a promising opportunity for companies ready to contribute to the sustainability and efficiency of public transport in Wales. ## Notice Transport for Wales (TfW) is seeking to procure an off-the-shelf Bus Fleet Analysis Modelling System to support the decarbonisation of bus services across Wales. The system will enable in-house modelling and analysis of zero-emission bus deployment, including operational performance, fleet requirements, energy consumption, infrastructure needs, and total cost of ownership under different transition scenarios. The contract will include: - Provision of a minimum of five user licences for the software system - Initial training to enable TfW staff to effectively utilise the system - Optional ongoing support services The solution must be an existing, market-ready product capable of rapid mobilisation, with implementation and training required within a defined timeframe. TfW is seeking a supplier that can provide a robust, user-friendly solution that supports strategic planning, business case development, and the delivery of bus franchising and decarbonisation objectives. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: Option to extend for 2x 1 year periods ### Planning Information The purpose of this preliminary market engagement notice is to understand market appetite, collect feedback, and understand capability of meeting the requirements for this upcoming opportunity. To register your interest in the preliminary market engagement, please follow this link (or copy and paste into your browser) to the Microsoft Form and complete by 5pm, 5th September 2025 - https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=JNDchxkwJkiZVrp2sqBP9GQHxZZpmRBEpZb6y9KNSQVURDE3VUhJT0xQNkpZR0RFVk9YSFFQNzBFSy4u Any issues please contact: supplychain@tfw.wales ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048108-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 23 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | 26 Sep 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Aug 2026 - 2 Aug 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £186,000 | | Lots value | £186,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | TRANSPORT FOR WALES | | Locality | PONTYPRIDD | | Post town | Cardiff | | Postcode | CF37 4TH | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend | | Local authority | Rhondda Cynon Taf | | Electoral ward | Pontypridd Town | | Westminster constituency | Pontypridd | | Delivery location | TLL Wales | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 22 May 2026 at 14:26 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048108-2026 - 13 Aug 2025 at 14:54 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048501-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048108-2026 22nd May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048501-2025 13th August 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=JNDchxkwJkiZVrp2sqBP9GQHxZZpmRBEpZb6y9KNSQVURDE3VUhJT0xQNkpZR0RFVk9YSFFQNzBFSy4u - https://tfw.my.site.com/s/Welcome - https://tfw.wales/ - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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