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title: "Provision of Electronic Ticketing Machines and Automatic Vehicle Locators for Bus Franchising"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-058d12"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-06-18"
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# Provision of Electronic Ticketing Machines and Automatic Vehicle Locators for Bus Franchising

Buyer: WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-058d12

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## Summary

The procurement process led by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority involves the Provision of Electronic Ticketing Machines (ETMs) and Automatic Vehicle Locators (AVLs) for Bus Franchising, with the goal of enhancing public transportation within the Weaver Network. This undertaking falls under the industry category of transport equipment and systems, with key activities occurring in the region of West Yorkshire, UK. Critical dates in this process include contract start dates from May 2026, stretching over a five-year period with possible extensions. Currently, this process is in the award stage, having reached completion as awards were activated in June 2026. This selective procurement involves a framework agreement, highlighting the strategic approach in acquiring approximately 550 plus AVL units initially, with scope for future procurements.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses within the transport and technology sectors, especially those focusing on the development and supply of advanced vehicle systems and software. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in transport ticketing technology and automated systems stand to benefit, as they can offer innovative solutions required for the ongoing operation and maintenance of these systems. The involvement of local businesses in such contracts not only fosters regional economic growth but also enhances collaborative efforts to modernise public transport infrastructure in alignment with governmental transport initiatives. Engaging in these contracts can lead to long-term partnerships and scaling of business operations within the public sector space.

## Notice

Lot 1 ETM Description: To procure suppliers to supply, install, test, and maintain the suite of hardware and software for ETM on the Weaver Network buses, as part of the ecosystem of operators and suppliers for the Weaver Network. In terms of hardware, the focus of the procurement includes new units, however Combined Authority may consider second-hand units, subject to availability and meeting minimum requirements of this procurement. Lot 2 AVL Description: The project is to procure suitable hardware, software and maintenance of AVL equipment for the Weaver Network of buses in West Yorkshire. WYCA will need to procure around 550 AVL units for its fleet of new, Residual Value and Operator-provided buses in Round 1 of franchising, with an option to procure a further 930 for Round 2 and 3, together with the wiring looms, SIMs, testing and installation, back office and software licences to provide vehicle location feeds.

### Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=97391&B=

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057450-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Award under framework |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 31 Oct 2025 |
| Award date | 13 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 9 Jun 2026 - 9 Jun 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £18,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £44,347,658 |
| Contracts value | £44,347,658 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS1 2DE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | TLE4 West Yorkshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | CORVIA LIMITED TRADING AS TICKETER; VIX TECHNOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 33952000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 34980000 - Transport tickets
- 42961300 - Vehicle location system

## Release History

- 18 Jun 2026 at 09:57 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057450-2026
- 14 Apr 2026 at 12:22 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033757-2026
- 22 Aug 2025 at 14:30 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050968-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057450-2026
  18th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033757-2026
  14th April 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050968-2025
  22nd August 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.vixtechnology.com
- https://ticketer.co.uk/
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=97391&B=
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/api/1.0/ocdsReleasePackages/ocds-h6vhtk-04ec9e
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk

## Provenance

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