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title: "Bus RTPI System Support & Maintenance plus Supply and Maintenance of Bus Timetable Software"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000649327"
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# Bus RTPI System Support & Maintenance plus Supply and Maintenance of Bus Timetable Software

Buyer: ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000649327

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## Summary

Aberdeenshire Council has initiated a public procurement process for the project titled "Bus RTPI System Support & Maintenance plus Supply and Maintenance of Bus Timetable Software." This tender is categorised under the goods sector, and the associated deliveries will take place in Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen City, UK. The procurement process, which operates under an open procedure, is currently complete, having reached the award stage. The contract was officially awarded on 16 September 2021, with the total value of the contract being £303,573. There was an invitation to tender period that closed on 30 April 2021, and interested parties were encouraged to submit their proposals electronically.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in software development and public transportation services, particularly those specialising in real-time passenger information systems and timetable management solutions. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) focusing on these technologies, as well as those capable of providing integrated hardware and software maintenance solutions, would be particularly well-suited to compete. By engaging in this project, successful contractors will not only deliver essential services but also position themselves as key partners in enhancing public transport facilities across the region.

## Notice

Aberdeenshire Council ('the Council') in collaboration with Aberdeen City Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to supply, install, integrate, commission, test, maintain the systems and infrastructure relating to the provision of Real-Time Passenger Information. In addition, the Council are seeking a software solution for the provision of publicity timetables that are installed at bus stops and shelters.

### Lot Information

Bus Publicity Timetable Software Supply/Support and Maintenance

Please refer to Appendix 1 - Statement of Requirements for the full detailed requirements. Lot 1 is for the supply, support and maintenance of bus publicity timetable generation software for the production of large format printed scheduled timetables, delivering reliable and accurate information to bus passengers. These large format timetables are fitted to the majority of bus stop infrastructure within Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen City. The new system(s) will be designed to provide flexibility, allowing the Council to adopt the latest technologies and standards as they become available. The system(s) is to be hosted by the Contractor(s), who will provide a managed, service-based solution. The contractor will be responsible for monitoring the system and its components, identifying any faults or failures which may occur and rectifying these within the timescales set out in this specification. The Contractor will take on responsibility for all system maintenance. The system architecture will be based on open data standards and utilise the supply of data feeds from bus operators and the Council. The system will provide accurate data outputs in several formats.

Renewal: The Council shall have the sole option of extending the contract for further periods of one year, for a maximum of three years after the expiry of the term. Such extensions shall be based on the performance of the Contractor, the success of the Services provided and the availability of budget/economic situation/requirements of the Council.

Hardware and Software Maintenance of a RTPI Base System and On Street Electronic Display Screens

Please refer to Appendix 1 - Statement of Requirements for the full detailed requirements. For Lot2, Aberdeenshire Council ('the Council') in collaboration with Aberdeen City Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to supply, install, integrate, commission, test and maintain the systems and infrastructure relating to the provision of Real-Time Passenger Information. The current provision consists of 2 components: 1) Base RTPI system that monitors the vehicle locations, provides a departure prediction engine and then subsequent data transfer via a communication feed to a 3rd party system. 2) RTPI hardware and software provision that consumes and cleanses the data provision from the base system feed (1) and delivers departure times via a feed to the bus stop/shelter and other RTPI displays. The system(s) is to be hosted by the Contractor(s), who will provide a managed, service-based solution. The contractor will be responsible for monitoring the system and its components, identifying any faults or failures which may occur and rectifying these within the timescales set out in this specification. The Contractor will take on responsibility for all system maintenance. The system architecture will be based on open data standards and utilise the supply of data feeds from bus operators and the Council. The system will provide accurate data outputs in several formats. These will include, but not be limited to display hardware, web pages, Traveline App and a managed Open Data service comprising API layers and SIRI data feeds. The continuing development of RTPI systems and the wider transport technology marketplace is recognised. This is likely to result in advances in and the development of the solution by the Contractor during the Contract term and may include changes to standards and protocols. For the duration of the Contract, the Contractor is to provide software updates at no additional cost, for any subsequent upgrades to the original software solutions, as systems are developed to reflect the latest technology standards. Similarly, there are to be no additional charges for the adoption of new or revised standards.

Renewal: The Council shall have the sole option of extending the contract for further periods of one year, for a maximum of three years after the expiry of the term. Such extensions shall be based on the performance of the Contractor, the success of the Services provided and the availability of budget/economic situation/requirements of the Council.

Bus Publicity Timetable Software Supply/Support and Maintenance plus Hardware and Software Maintenance of a RTPI Base System and On Street Electronic Display Screens

Please refer to Appendix 1 - Statement of Requirements for the full detailed requirements. Lot 1 is for the supply, support and maintenance of bus publicity timetable generation software for the production of large format printed scheduled timetables, delivering reliable and accurate information to bus passengers. These large format timetables are fitted to the majority of bus stop infrastructure within Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen City. The new system will be designed to provide flexibility, allowing the Council to adopt the latest technologies and standards as they become available For Lot2, Aberdeenshire Council ('the Council') in collaboration with Aberdeen City Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to supply, install, integrate, commission, test and maintain the systems and infrastructure relating to the provision of Real-Time Passenger Information. The current provision consists of 2 components: 1) Base RTPI system that monitors the vehicle locations, provides a departure prediction engine and then subsequent data transfer via a communication feed to a 3rd party system. 2) RTPI hardware and software provision that consumes and cleanses the data provision from the base system feed (1) and delivers departure times via a feed to the bus stop/shelter and other RTPI displays. The system(s) are to be hosted by the Contractor(s), who will provide a managed, service-based solution. The contractor will be responsible for monitoring the system and its components, identifying any faults or failures which may occur and rectifying these within the timescales set out in this specification. The Contractor will take on responsibility for all system maintenance. The system architecture will be based on open data standards and utilise the supply of data feeds from bus operators and the Council. The system will provide accurate data outputs in several formats. These will include, but not be limited to display hardware, web pages, Traveline App and a managed Open Data service comprising API layers and SIRI data feeds. The continuing development of RTPI systems and the wider transport technology marketplace is recognised. This is likely to result in advances in and the development of the solution by the Contractor during the Contract term and may include changes to standards and protocols. For the duration of the Contract, the Contractor is to provide software updates at no additional cost, for any subsequent upgrades to the original software solutions, as systems are developed to reflect the latest technology standards. Similarly, there are to be no additional charges for the adoption of new or revised standards.

Renewal: The Council shall have the sole option of extending the contract for further periods of one year, for a maximum of three years after the expiry of the term. Such extensions shall be based on the performance of the Contractor, the success of the Services provided and the availability of budget/economic situation/requirements of the Council.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC435872 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Sep 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £303,573 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Active, Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB16 5GB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Midstocket/Rosemount |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North |
| Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | 21ST CENTURY PASSENGER SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 30199790 - Timetables
- 48813200 - Real-time passenger information system

## Release History

- 15 Dec 2021 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC435872
- 31 Mar 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410930

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410930&idx=16
  20th April 2021 - Smaller Format Timetable Example
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410930&idx=15
  20th April 2021 - Large Format Timetable Example
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410930&idx=14
  17th April 2021 - Clarification with regard to the 8x 32" Papercast displays supported by Pindar Creative
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410930&idx=1
  31st March 2021 - Invitation to Tender (ITT)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410930&idx=2
  31st March 2021 - Conditions of Contract
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410930&idx=3
  31st March 2021 - Supplier Incentive Scheme Terms
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410930&idx=4
  31st March 2021 - Supplier Incentive Scheme Guidance
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410930&idx=5
  31st March 2021 - Appendix 3 Declaration
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410930&idx=6
  31st March 2021 - Lot 1 Pricing Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410930&idx=7
  31st March 2021 - Lot 2 Pricing Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410930&idx=8
  31st March 2021 - Lot 3 Pricing Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410930&idx=9
  31st March 2021 - Appendix 6 Award Questionnaire
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410930&idx=10
  31st March 2021 - Appendix 7 Information Relationship Diagram
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410930&idx=11
  31st March 2021 - SPD (Scotland) Document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410930&idx=12
  31st March 2021 - Business Continuity - Key Supplier Assessment Questionnaire
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410930&idx=13
  31st March 2021 - Appendix 1 Statement of Requirements
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410930
  Bus RTPI System Support & Maintenance plus Supply and Maintenance of Bus Timetable Software - Aberdeenshire Council ('the Council') in collaboration with Aberdeen City Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to supply, install, integrate, commission, test, maintain the systems and infrastructure relating to the provision of Real-Time Passenger Information. In addition, the Council are seeking a software solution for the provision of publicity timetables that are installed at bus stops and shelters.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC435872
  Bus RTPI System Support & Maintenance plus Supply and Maintenance of Bus Timetable Software - Aberdeenshire Council ('the Council') in collaboration with Aberdeen City Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to supply, install, integrate, commission, test, maintain the systems and infrastructure relating to the provision of Real-Time Passenger Information. In addition, the Council are seeking a software solution for the provision of publicity timetables that are installed at bus stops and shelters.

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- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000649327

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