Scope
Reference
TANL3067
Description
DfT Provision of Transport Analysis Guidance (TAG) Appraisal & Modelling Tools.
The Transport Appraisal and Strategic Modelling (TASM) division in the Department for Transport supports the decision-making process by maintaining and developing the transport modelling and appraisal evidence base. It is vital that this evidence base is continuously developed and kept up-to-date through research and engagement with stakeholders and that the tools used to implement this research are kept abreast with the developments.
The objective of this contract is to support TASM's role by providing professional and high-quality service for the Department's TAG software.
In addition to TAG software, the scope includes ad-hoc assistance with other tools and sub-models that aid the implementation of TAG, depending on research activities. The scope of any such additional activities will be discussed with the supplier in advance.
The requirement includes providing support to licensed users according to the Department's needs, from 1st May 2026 for 38 months (with a possible extension of up to one year). It may also include maintaining and developing the tools further. We anticipate the handover from the existing supplier to happen in April 2026.
Full details are available within the ITT pack, accessible through the Department for Transport's e‑sourcing platform.
To register interest, there are two steps:
1. To enrol an account on DfTs Jaggaer platform (if your organisation does not already have one), please navigate to https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.html
2. ITT Code = itt_2963 Once registered, please access the event using the below link:
https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/go/31532390019BC75B71AB
3. Bidders are also required to register to the Central Digital Platform
Total value (estimated)
- £1,200,000 excluding VAT
- £1,440,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 31 March 2026 to 30 March 2029
- Possible extension to 29 March 2030
- 3 years, 11 months, 30 days
Description of possible extension:
+1 year extension with an additional budgetary allowance of £300,000.00 excluding VAT.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 73110000 - Research services
- 71356000 - Technical services
- 71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
30 January 2026, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
13 February 2026, 5:00pm
Electronic auction will be used
Yes
Submission address and any special instructions
To register interest, there are two steps:
1. To enrol an account on DfTs Jaggaer platform (if your organisation does not already have one), please navigate to https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.html
2. ITT Code = itt_2963 Once registered, please access the event using the below link:
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
9 March 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical (Quality) Criteria | Demonstration of how the core requirements will be achieved as per the Statement of Requirements: • Administration and knowledge base: • Support, user communication, customer service and... |
Quality | 60% |
| Commercial | Commercial Evaluation - using a time‑and‑materials pricing approach, supported by an activity‑focused assessment to ensure transparency, proportionality, and value for money. |
Price | 30% |
| Social Value | Increase supply chain resilience and capacity and building capacity through training and innovation. |
Quality | 10% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Justification for not publishing a preliminary market engagement notice
Requirements are stable, well‑defined, and not dependent on market shaping. Market sufficiently understood without additional engagement.
Contracting authority
Department for Transport
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLTC-5358-LTWZ
Great Minster House, 33 Horseferry Road
London
SW1P 4DR
United Kingdom
Email: dftc.procurement@dft.gov.uk
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Organisation type: Public authority - central government