---
title: "Vehicle Management Services System"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068648"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SALFORD CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-20"
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# Vehicle Management Services System

Buyer: SALFORD CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068648

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## Summary

Salford City Council is initiating a procurement process for a new Vehicle Management System (VMS) to replace their existing SAP-based solution, which will reach its end of life in 2027. Currently in the planning stage, the Council is seeking qualified suppliers to express interest and participate in Soft Market Testing (SMT) workshops to explore available solutions in the market. Interested suppliers must register by 5pm on Friday, 8th May 2026, and complete a questionnaire via the Chest platform. This procurement falls under the software package and information systems category, and it is targeted at the UKD3 region (Greater Manchester) with the process adhering to the legal framework outlined in UKPGA 2023/54.

The tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software and information systems to engage with a public authority. Suppliers experienced in vehicle management and sophisticated system integration would be well-suited to deliver the goods required within this anticipated contract period commencing January 2027. By engaging in the early planning and market consultations, companies can strategically position themselves to provide a tailored solution that meets the Council’s needs, thus driving business growth and potential long-term collaborations in the public sector. Additionally, the procedural engagement allows suppliers access to detailed market insights, fostering innovation in their product offerings.

## Notice

Salford City Council invites suitably qualified Suppliers to express their interest in the provision, implementation and support of a new Vehicle Management System (VMS) to replace the current SAP-based solution, which is reaching end of life in 2027. It is the intention to hold some Soft Market Testing (SMT) (preliminary market consultations) workshops to review the current supply market. The same information will be gathered from all Providers who wish to participate in the SMT.

### Planning Information

Salford City Council invites suitably qualified Suppliers to express their interest in the provision, implementation and support of a new Vehicle Management System (VMS) to replace the current SAP-based solution, which is reaching end of life in 2027.
It is the intention to hold some Soft Market Testing (SMT) (preliminary market consultations) workshops to review the current supply market. The same information will be gathered from all Providers who wish to participate in the SMT.
Interested parties need to register their interest and are required to complete a questionnaire and return it by 5pm on Friday 8th May, via the Chest (https://procontract.due-north.com/Register). Project reference is DN813473.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035616-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 20 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Sep 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2029 |
| 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 | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SALFORD CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M27 5DA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Swinton & Wardley |
| Westminster constituency | Worsley and Eccles |
| Delivery location | TLD3 Greater Manchester |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 20 Apr 2026 at 12:25 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035616-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035616-2026
  20th April 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com/Register
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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