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Innovation Collaboration Framework with Mercedes Benz UK and Sopra Steria

Awarded 14 Dec 2023

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Awarded14 Dec 2023

Value£15,000,000.00

SupplierMercedes Benz UK Ltd,Sopra Steria Limited

AgencyTransport for London

RegionLondon

CategoryResearch & Development

Expires in 3y 1mo6y term, 48% elapsed

Awarded 14 Dec 2023Expires 14 Dec 2029

About

Transport for London awarded a contract to Mercedes Benz UK Ltd and Sopra Steria Limited for the Innovation Collaboration Framework (ICF).

The framework, tendered under PCR 2015 using the Competitive Procedure with Negotiation, supports the delivery of the Mayor's Transport Strategy by developing innovative solutions to TfL's priority transport issues.

The estimated maximum total spend by TfL is £15 million over 4+2 years, covering scaling and implementation at phase 2, but excluding R&D costs (borne by partners) and co-commercialisation income.

Projects are instructed via call-off contracts and may include up to three phases: R&D/trialling, scaling and implementation at TfL sites, and joint commercialisation.

The framework provides a route for accessing innovation-focused partners via a single lot structure, with direct appointment or mini-competition, and supports commercialisation within the UK and internationally.

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