Single Party Framework Agreement for the Provision of Smart Card Media for Merseytravel Commercial Cards

Concepts

• merseytravel
• liverpool
• information technology
• merseytravel commercial cards
• provision of smart card media
• card management service
• merseytravel’s current hops
• commercial cards
• issuance of smart card media devices
• cards

Location

Liverpool

Description

Single party framework agreement for the provision of smart card media for Merseytravel commercial cards. A suitable supplier is sought to assist in the provision and issuance of smart card media devices (CMD’s). It is a mandatory requirement that the supplier is certified to the current ITSO specification and certified for CMD 7. Merseytravel require batched distribution of anonymous commercial cards to a small number of UK address locations. The pre-printed cards will be printed front and reverse to Merseytravel specified Metro brand specifications. Merseytravel would also like the option to purchase blank card media. Merseytravel would also like the option to purchase bulk pre-loaded smart card, ticket types to be specified by Merseytravel at the time of placing the order. The service provider will have a proven track record of HOPS and card management service (CMS) integration with Merseytravel’s current HOPS and CMS provider, applied card technologies (ACT). The supplier should have a proven track record of managing similar contracts. Merseytravel is looking to purchase CMD DesFire 4k and 8k. Flexibility around card volumes is to be expected.

Total Quantity or Scope

The service provider will have a proven track record of HOPS and card management service (CMS) integration with Merseytravel’s current HOPS and CMS provider, applied card technologies (ACT)

Award Detail

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

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

Indicators

• Award on basis of price and quality.