II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
72200000
50230000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKK13
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
GCC have delivered a functional RTPI system since 2004. Bus services are invaluable to local economies and the health and wellbeing of the passengers that they serve. In Gloucestershire there are approximately 20 million trips made on buses per year. RTPI supports all services (council-supported and commercial) by ensuring passengers have accurate and up to date information. GCC’s first system was delivered by Vix Technologies in 2004, which in 2015 was upgraded and expanded by Trapeze Group UK.
Gloucestershire’s ‘Local Transport Plan’ set out strategy for 2015-2041 and was reviewed to reflect national policy updates and local priorities in the face of change. The LTP commits to reducing CO2 emissions, and supporting a healthy bus network is a key part of that commitment. Geographically, Gloucestershire is a large county and mostly rural. Significant size communities live in rural and urban settings. Gloucestershire’s draft Local Industrial Strategy sees the distinct rural quality of the county as a clear asset but also highlights the limited availability of rural transport services. Rural mobility and thus making RTPI functional and an asset across the county is a key topic for ITU’s current and future work.
GCC’s Integrated Transport Unit are prioritising the following
ITU’s working relationship with the contractor(s)
A co-working, collaborative, diligent relationship is expected between contractor(s) and GCC
Such a relationship can be especially important when ordering new hardware (new hardware, to replace existing displays or to install in new locations, will be needed throughout the duration of the contract, at unknown times. It is expected between 20 and 60 displays may be replaced in the first 6 months of the contract).
The CMS system provided by the software
Prompt-running and high-quality functionality
Many in-built reports are expected as standard
Value for investment
High quality reporting and analysis of (but not limited to) bus service performance, tracking data and roadside display health/monitoring
A summary of the outline programme for the tender/contract is shown below:
Tender released: 15th March 2021
Anticipated Award: 19th May 2021
Mobilisation period: May 2021 to July 2021
Contract start date: 23rd July 2021
Overall Duration: 5 years with the option of up to 2 years extension
The proposed procurement route will be a single stage open process using the NEC3 Term Service Contract. Full details will be available in the tender pack.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
Yes
Description of options:
60 month contract with option of 2 x 12 month extensions dependant on performance and authorisation by the Council
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No