--- title: "Provision of Transport Analysis Guidance (TAG) Appraisal & Modelling Tools" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0607e6" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0607e6" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0607e6.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0607e6.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT" published: "2026-01-16" --- # Provision of Transport Analysis Guidance (TAG) Appraisal & Modelling Tools Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0607e6 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0607e6) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0607e6.json) ## Summary The Department for Transport, a central government public authority in the United Kingdom, is actively seeking services for the Provision of Transport Analysis Guidance (TAG) Appraisal & Modelling Tools. This tender, identified under TANL3067, seeks to maintain and develop the transport modelling and appraisal evidence base fundamental to decision-making processes. It covers a range of services including research, technical, and consultancy services within the industry category. Located in London, the tender process is currently at the 'Tender' stage, with critical dates including an enquiry period ending on 30th January 2026 and a submission deadline on 23rd February 2026. The contract is projected to start on 31st March 2026, lasting for 38 months, with a possible one-year extension. Submissions are to be made electronically, with the entire tender process following an open procedure. This opportunity is particularly attractive for businesses specializing in transport systems consultancy, technical services, and research services. SMEs are encouraged to apply as the tender includes an evaluation on technical quality, social value, and commercial aspects, incorporating aspects like supply chain resilience and capacity building through training. With a substantial contract value of up to £1,440,000 gross, the contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses with expertise in maintaining and developing transport appraisal tools. Expertise in project management, transport modelling, and proficiency with TAG software are crucial for potential bidders. This is a prime opportunity for entities looking to leverage their capabilities in the transport sector to assist a prominent governmental department in achieving its strategic objectives. ## Notice DfT Provision of Transport Analysis Guidance (TAG) Appraisal & Modelling Tools. The Transport Appraisal and Strategic Modelling (TASM) division in the Department for Transport supports the decision-making process by maintaining and developing the transport modelling and appraisal evidence base. It is vital that this evidence base is continuously developed and kept up-to-date through research and engagement with stakeholders and that the tools used to implement this research are kept abreast with the developments. The objective of this contract is to support TASM's role by providing professional and high-quality service for the Department's TAG software. In addition to TAG software, the scope includes ad-hoc assistance with other tools and sub-models that aid the implementation of TAG, depending on research activities. The scope of any such additional activities will be discussed with the supplier in advance. The requirement includes providing support to licensed users according to the Department's needs, from 1st May 2026 for 38 months (with a possible extension of up to one year). It may also include maintaining and developing the tools further. We anticipate the handover from the existing supplier to happen in April 2026. Full details are available within the ITT pack, accessible through the Department for Transport's e-sourcing platform. To register interest, there are two steps: 1. To enrol an account on DfTs Jaggaer platform (if your organisation does not already have one), please navigate to https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.html 2. ITT Code = itt_2963 Once registered, please access the event using the below link: https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/go/31532390019BC75B71AB 3. Bidders are also required to register to the Central Digital Platform https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/ ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: +1 year extension with an additional budgetary allowance of PS300,000.00 excluding VAT. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004020-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | 23 Feb 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,200,000 | | Lots value | £1,200,000 | | 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1P 4DR | | 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 | Vincent Square | | Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services - 71356000 - Technical services - 73110000 - Research services ## Release History - 16 Jan 2026 at 15:40 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004020-2026 - 16 Jan 2026 at 15:28 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004006-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004020-2026 16th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004006-2026 16th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/go/31532390019BC75B71AB - https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.html - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/ - 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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