--- title: "Transport and Island Connectivity, Planning, Appraisal, Data and Modelling Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ffe4" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05ffe4" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05ffe4.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05ffe4.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "TRANSPORT SCOTLAND" published: "2026-01-06" --- # Transport and Island Connectivity, Planning, Appraisal, Data and Modelling Services Buyer: TRANSPORT SCOTLAND Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ffe4 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05ffe4) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05ffe4.json) ## Summary Transport Scotland, acting on behalf of the Scottish Ministers, is in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "Transport and Island Connectivity, Planning, Appraisal, Data and Modelling Services." This process is aimed at establishing a Multi-Supplier Framework Agreement, spanning the transport systems consultancy services industry. The framework is designed to last three years, with an option to extend for an additional year, and has a total estimated value of £9,000,000. The procurement is structured into four Lots, each focusing on different aspects, such as Transport Modelling and Data Services and Island Connectivity Advisory. Key dates include Market Engagement Sessions scheduled online from 27 to 30 January 2026, offering an opportunity for potential suppliers to understand the scope and process better. Transport Scotland, located in Glasgow, extends an invitation to participate in this transparent and open procurement effort, with the next formal communication expected by 1 June 2026. This tender presents significant business opportunities, particularly for SMEs, Third Sector organisations, and Supported Businesses due to its diverse scope and the multiple Lots available. With an emphasis on services like technical analysis, transport modelling, and consultancy in maritime and island transport connectivity, companies with expertise in these fields are particularly well-suited to participate. The procurement process allows companies to gain foothold within regional transport and other Scottish Government Directorates, fostering collaborations and long-term engagements. Moreover, the involvement in the framework can provide companies exposure to significant transport projects and initiatives across Scotland, potentially paving the way for future growth and development within the public sector. ## Notice Transport Scotland, on behalf of the Scottish Ministers, has identified an on-going need for the services of experienced consultants to carry out services in connection with Transport and Island Connectivity Planning, Appraisal, Data and Modelling Services. Transport Scotland, on behalf of the Scottish Ministers, wishes to progress a procurement competition for a Multi-Supplier Framework Agreement. The Framework Agreement, to cover 3 years with a 1-year extension option, will be available for use by Regional Transport Partnerships and other Scottish Government Directorates. The framework will consist of a number of Lots. The following list may expand or be consolidated following market engagement: - Lot 1 is for Transport Modelling and Data services relating to Transport Planning; - Lot 2 is for Advice on the Case for Transport Investment; - Lot 3 is for Island Connectivity Advisory and Support - Lot 4 is for Transport Planning Advisory and Support It is proposed that each Lot will comprise a minimum of 3 suppliers and a maximum of 5 suppliers. It is proposed that Call-off contracts less than 100 000 GBP may be called off on rotation. Any call-off contract may, and all call-off contracts greater than 100 000 GBP will, be awarded through a mini-competition. ### Lot Information Transport Modelling and Data services relating to Transport Planning To develop transport focussed models and data services to support the testing of transport interventions (policy, programme, project) in Scotland. To maintain the suite of transport focussed models and data services. To apply any of the suite of transport focussed models and data services. Maintenance and Application will be required of the existing suite of models (see www.transport.gov.scot/latis for more information on the existing models). Transport Scotland, working with the Regional Transport Partnerships have a suite of transport focussed national and sub-national models. All these models have a pre-COVID19 base year and were developed before the publication of the second National Transport Strategy. Advice on the Case for Investment for Transport Outcomes To undertake, advise / review, and audit business cases for interventions to deliver transport outcomes. Transport Planning Advice To provide transport planning advisory services. This includes, but is not limited to: - Advice relating to transport and Development Plans, and City and Region Growth Deals (or equivalent) - Audit of development and application of land-use, transport and traffic models. - Evaluation of transport projects. - Transport Strategy Development - Stakeholder Engagement Island Connectivity Advisory and Support Provision of advice and support in the context of island and peninsula transport connectivity (including maritime, air services and connecting public transport and active travel). This may include: support in developing island connectivity strategy, policy and legislation; modelling and analysis; assessment of transport markets and competition; demand analysis and forecasting; measurement of benefits; monitoring and evaluation of transport services and infrastructure; costing and revenue studies; application of the Scottish Transport Appraisal Guidance in a maritime and island transport connectivity context including through Community Needs Assessments; advice on maritime operations and timetabling; supporting the implementation and review of the Islands Connectivity Plan; consideration of vessel design options and harbour infrastructure requirements (including environmental impacts) to support business cases; undertaking impact assessments; supporting consultation processes and procedures and undertaking consultation events, workshops and presentations with or on behalf of Transport Scotland; supporting the drafting of technical and commercial air and maritime related procurement and contract clauses. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000581-2026 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 31 May 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £9,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | TRANSPORT SCOTLAND | | Locality | GLASGOW | | Post town | Glasgow | | Postcode | G2 7ER | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City | | Local authority | Glasgow City | | Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill | | Westminster constituency | Glasgow North | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 71311000 - Civil engineering consultancy services - 71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services - 71311210 - Highways consultancy services - 71311230 - Railway engineering services - 71318000 - Advisory and consultative engineering services - 71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services - 79310000 - Market research services - 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services - 79411000 - General management consultancy services ## Release History - 6 Jan 2026 at 11:23 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000581-2026 ## Notice URLs - http://www.transport.gov.scot - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000816203 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=816203 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00099 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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