---
title: "Barcodes Acceptance - 2026"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069f2b"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "TRANSPORT FOR LONDON"
published: "2026-05-21"
---

# Barcodes Acceptance - 2026

Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR LONDON  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069f2b

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## Summary

Transport for London (TfL) has initiated a procurement process titled "Barcodes Acceptance - 2026" under an open procedure. This upcoming contract is within the IT services category, specifically focussing on consulting, software development, Internet, and support. Its objective is to enhance barcode ticketing as part of a comprehensive reform of the fares, ticketing, and retail system. The contract is planned to start on 1st June 2027 and will run until 31st May 2033. The procurement is at the planning stage, with a future notice date set for 29th June 2026. The procurement aims to streamline ticketing processes within London, reflecting broader national efforts towards a simplified and unified railway network under Great British Railways.

This tender opens significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT consulting, software development, and related services, particularly those keen on digital retailing technology. Companies that have experience with transport systems and digital ticketing will find this project particularly well-suited to their capabilities. The strategic objective of the tender aligns with improving passenger experiences through innovative digital solutions, positioning it as an attractive prospect for businesses aiming to expand their portfolios and participate in public sector projects with substantial impact on urban transport infrastructure.

## Notice

Barcode ticketing has been rolled out nationally on rail, further accelerating the adoption of digital retailing and acceptance. TfL's proposed expansion of barcode ticketing in London aligns with the broader rail industry-led reform of fares, ticketing, and retail. Making fares easier to understand, ticketing simpler and delivering improvements to passenger experience now, ahead of a simpler more unified railway under Great British Railways.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047087-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2027 - 31 May 2033 |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TRANSPORT FOR LONDON |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E20 1JN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Newham |
| Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park |
| Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 21 May 2026 at 12:29 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047087-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047087-2026
  21st May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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