Published date: 11 February 2026

Open early engagement - This means that a procurement idea is currently active, it is in the early stage of development and judging interest from potential suppliers.


Closing date: 23 February 2026

Contract summary

Industry

  • IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 72000000

  • Hardware consultancy services - 72100000

  • Software programming and consultancy services - 72200000

    • Programming services of packaged software products - 72210000

    • Systems and technical consultancy services - 72220000

    • Custom software development services - 72230000

    • Systems analysis and programming services - 72240000

    • System and support services - 72250000

    • Software-related services - 72260000

    • Data services - 72300000

    • Internet services - 72400000

    • Computer-related services - 72500000

    • Computer support and consultancy services - 72600000

    • Computer network services - 72700000

    • Computer audit and testing services - 72800000

    • Computer back-up and catalogue conversion services - 72900000

Location of contract

East of England

Procurement reference

D097PA

Published date

11 February 2026

Closing date

23 February 2026

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

Yes

Description

Essex County Council is currently looking to pilot smart bus timetable technology in select stops in Essex.
Through investment of the 2026 Bus Grant money, there is an opportunity to invest in ePaper technology for key stops in Essex. This investment would convert certain paper bus stop timetables which host 'Where To Catch Your Bus' artworks to electronic paper. This would allow IPTU staff members to update ePaper stops remotely as soon as they have a timetable update or pertinent change without the need to visit.
Shortlist of locations (circa 30).

If you are interested in this future opportunity please contact by email: Rachael.flynn@essex.gov.uk

How to apply

Follow the instructions given in the description or the more information section.

About the buyer

Contact name

Rachael Flynn

Address

County Hall
Victoria Road
CHELMSFORD
CM1 1QH
England

Email

Rachael.flynn@essex.gov.uk