2135 - RTPI Cloud Hosted System (Multi-lot)

Aberdeenshire Council

Published: Jun 18, 2026

Updated: Jun 23, 2026

Source: Public Contracts Scotland

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the information and communication technology and transport and logistics sectors, with a focus on Software, Hardware, Cloud Services and Data Analytics. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before July 20, 2026.

Published through Public Contracts Scotland, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the information and communication technology sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

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: 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. Lot: 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. Lot: 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.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from Public Contracts Scotland and was originally published on June 18, 2026. Last refreshed 2 days ago. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Aberdeenshire Council

Aberdeenshire Council has issued 185 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 9 currently open and 162 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Construction & Civil Works, Architecture & Engineering Services, and Urban Development & Housing. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via Public Contracts Scotland and UK FTS - Find a Tender Service. Most recent publication: June 18, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the Information & Communication Technology sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit Public Contracts Scotland to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is July 20, 2026. You have 25 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Aberdeenshire Council in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.