AwardedAwarded 1 June 2026

BODS Connect Team

Department for Transport · Central government

In brief

Department for Transport awarded IT and software work to Actica Consulting Limited on 1 June 2026.

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What the notice says

The requested work is to form a dedicated BODS Connect Team (BCT) to provide ongoing, hands-on support for BODS. The BCT will help bus operators and data publishers improve the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of their data submissions, ensuring that BODS continues to meet regulatory standards and deliver high-quality data services to all stakeholders. The BCT will operate as an integral part of the DfT programme team, representing DfT’s interests and working collaboratively with internal and external partners. The team’s primary focus will be on practical operational support, fostering compliance, and maintaining high standards of data quality. Through direct engagement and problem-solving, the BCT will ensure BODS remains a reliable and valuable resource for the industry.

Who won

WinnerValueDates
Actica Consulting Limited£2,500,000
Awarded 8 May 2026
1 June 2026 to 31 May 2028

Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.

Timeline

  1. Contract award notice · UK6, notice 042385-2026
  2. Contract details notice · UK7, notice 062642-2026

About the buyer

Procurements

150

Awards

110

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From notice 042385-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 8 May 2026, last updated 3 July 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.