--- title: "2135 - RTPI Cloud Hosted System (Multi-lot)" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000835035" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000835035" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000835035.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000835035.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2026-06-25" --- # 2135 - RTPI Cloud Hosted System (Multi-lot) Buyer: ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000835035 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000835035) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000835035.json) ## Summary Aberdeenshire Council is currently in the Tender stage of procuring a Real-Time Passenger Information (RTPI) Cloud Hosted System. This procurement is structured as a multi-lot process to enhance flexibility, accountability, and value for money. The system spans digital display hardware, data services, and more, with operations focused on Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen City. The tender, identified as 2135 - RTPI Cloud Hosted System (Multi-lot), involves services classified under the CPV codes 48000000, 72000000, and 48813200. The procurement method is an open procedure, inviting bids up until the submission deadline on 20th July 2026, at 09:00. The contract could extend for a duration of 1080 days, with possible extensions of up to 24 months. Interested suppliers are encouraged to submit their proposals electronically. This tender offers significant opportunities for companies in the transport information technology and digital display sectors to secure long-term contracts. Small to medium enterprises specialising in data management, system integration, and passenger information services would find this project particularly well-suited to their expertise. With a strong emphasis on both quality (70%) and cost (30%) in the award criteria, businesses that can demonstrate a robust, cost-effective solution stand to benefit greatly. As multiple lots are on offer, suppliers not only have the chance to bid on specific components that match their capabilities but also to potentially expand into new technological facets of public transport systems. ## Notice Aberdeenshire Council currently operates a Real-Time Passenger Information (RTPI) service comprising digital display hardware, timetable management software, and real-time data services delivered through a combination of suppliers. To support improved flexibility, accountability and value for money, the Council intends to procure replacement services through a multi-lot procurement structure. ### Lot Information Lot 3 - Timetable Generation and Roadside Publicity Software Aberdeenshire Council ("the Council") currently operates a Real-Time Passenger Information (RTPI) service comprising digital display hardware, timetable management software, and real-time data services delivered through a combination of suppliers. To support improved flexibility, accountability and value for money, the Council intends to procure replacement services through a multi-lot procurement structure. This structure reflects the distinct functional components required to deliver a complete RTPI service and allows suppliers to bid for one or more Lots. The Lots are defined as: - Lot 1 - Digital Display Hardware, Content Management System (CMS) and Associated Services; - Lot 2 - RTPI Platform, Data Management and System Integration; - Lot 3 - Timetable Generation and Roadside Publicity Software. Each Lot represents a discrete system component required to deliver the overall RTPI service. Where multiple Lots are awarded to different Suppliers, those Suppliers will be required to ensure that their respective systems and services support the ingestion, processing and output of data in industry-standard public transport formats. Renewal: Extensions up to 24 months. Lot 1 - Digital Display Hardware, CMS and Associated Services Aberdeenshire Council ("the Council") currently operates a Real-Time Passenger Information (RTPI) service comprising digital display hardware, timetable management software, and real-time data services delivered through a combination of suppliers. To support improved flexibility, accountability and value for money, the Council intends to procure replacement services through a multi-lot procurement structure. This structure reflects the distinct functional components required to deliver a complete RTPI service and allows suppliers to bid for one or more Lots. The Lots are defined as: - Lot 1 - Digital Display Hardware, Content Management System (CMS) and Associated Services; - Lot 2 - RTPI Platform, Data Management and System Integration; - Lot 3 - Timetable Generation and Roadside Publicity Software. Each Lot represents a discrete system component required to deliver the overall RTPI service. Where multiple Lots are awarded to different Suppliers, those Suppliers will be required to ensure that their respective systems and services support the ingestion, processing and output of data in industry-standard public transport formats. Renewal: Extension available for 24 months. Lot 2 - RTPI Platform, Data Management and System Integration Aberdeenshire Council ("the Council") currently operates a Real-Time Passenger Information (RTPI) service comprising digital display hardware, timetable management software, and real-time data services delivered through a combination of suppliers. To support improved flexibility, accountability and value for money, the Council intends to procure replacement services through a multi-lot procurement structure. This structure reflects the distinct functional components required to deliver a complete RTPI service and allows suppliers to bid for one or more Lots. The Lots are defined as: - Lot 1 - Digital Display Hardware, Content Management System (CMS) and Associated Services; - Lot 2 - RTPI Platform, Data Management and System Integration; - Lot 3 - Timetable Generation and Roadside Publicity Software. Each Lot represents a discrete system component required to deliver the overall RTPI service. Where multiple Lots are awarded to different Suppliers, those Suppliers will be required to ensure that their respective systems and services support the ingestion, processing and output of data in industry-standard public transport formats. Renewal: Extension up to 24 months. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558741 | | Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award 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 | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 25 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 20 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 25 Jun 2026 | | Contract period | Not specified | | 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 | Cancelled | | Lots status | Cancelled | | Awards status | Unsuccessful | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## 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 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland, TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages - 48 - Software package and information systems - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 30199790 - Timetables - 48000000 - Software package and information systems - 48813200 - Real-time passenger information system - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 25 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558741 - 18 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558284 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN558284&idx=12 18th June 2026 - Appendix 4D - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN558284&idx=13 18th June 2026 - Appendix 5 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN558284&idx=14 18th June 2026 - Appendix 6 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN558284&idx=15 18th June 2026 - Appendix 7 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN558284&idx=6 18th June 2026 - Appendix 1D - Current Estate - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN558284&idx=7 18th June 2026 - Appendix 2 - Pricing Schedule - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN558284&idx=8 18th June 2026 - Appendix 3 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN558284&idx=9 18th June 2026 - Appendix 4 - T&Cs - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN558284&idx=10 18th June 2026 - Appendix 4B - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN558284&idx=11 18th June 2026 - Appendix 4C - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN558284&idx=3 18th June 2026 - Information Security Questionnaire - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN558284&idx=4 18th June 2026 - Appendix 1C - large Format - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN558284&idx=5 18th June 2026 - Appendix 1C - Small Format - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN558284&idx=1 18th June 2026 - Invitation to Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN558284&idx=2 18th June 2026 - Statement of Requirements - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558284 2135 - RTPI Cloud Hosted System (Multi-lot) - Aberdeenshire Council currently operates a Real-Time Passenger Information (RTPI) service comprising digital display hardware, timetable management software, and real-time data services delivered through a combination of suppliers. To support improved flexibility, accountability and value for money, the Council intends to procure replacement services through a multi-lot procurement structure. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558741 2135 - RTPI Cloud Hosted System (Multi-lot) - Aberdeenshire Council currently operates a Real-Time Passenger Information (RTPI) service comprising digital display hardware, timetable management software, and real-time data services delivered through a combination of suppliers. To support improved flexibility, accountability and value for money, the Council intends to procure replacement services through a multi-lot procurement structure. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000835035 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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