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Figure 28: A map showing the planned expansion of the EcoBici scheme in Mexico City
The next day, a supplier questionnaire was posted on the site, and was open to any interested
company. It was made clear that responses were voluntary and did represent any commitment
from the city to work with a supplier.
As well as being asked how they would solve the core requirements of the project – expanding
EcoBici by 40 per cent, integrating with the city’s smartcard system and so on – suppliers were
asked more open-ended questions:
• How might we improve the user experience of EcoBici?
• What new sources of income could be used to fund the scheme?
• How could a shared income model work, allowing for fair profit levels?
This encouraged respondents to think more broadly about the project and contribute a range of
ideas.
“Collaboration and dialogue with the market is essential. We want to move from a ‘them and us’
relationship between government and suppliers to one built on trust.”
Rafael García Aceves, Open Contracting Director, Digital Innovation Agency, Mexico City
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