Tender

Norwich Bus Station and Park and Ride Sites

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Planning

21 Feb 2025 at 12:11

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

21 Feb 2025 at 12:10

Market Engagement Notice
Tender

21 Feb 2025 at 12:02

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Norfolk County Council is currently in the planning stage for a procurement contract titled "Norwich Bus Station and Park and Ride Sites." The procurement process aims to secure building and facilities management services for the maintenance and operational management of six Park and Ride sites and the Norwich Bus Station. This tender covers various locations in Norwich, East of England, United Kingdom, including sites such as Airport Park & Ride, Harford Park & Ride, and Thickthorn Park & Ride. Engagement for this contract ends on 21st May 2025, with expressions of interest due by 3rd March 2025. The procurement follows an open procedure and is categorised under the CPV code 79993000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth for businesses specialising in facilities maintenance and operational management, particularly those with experience in high-traffic public transport infrastructure. Ideal candidates for this contract include SMEs capable of providing comprehensive site maintenance services, such as cleaning, minor repairs, routine compliance tests, and overall site management. With Norwich bus station experiencing around 1,600 bus movements per week, the successful bidder will benefit from high visibility and a stable, long-term contract with Norfolk County Council, fostering both regional presence and operational scale.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Norwich Bus Station and Park and Ride Sites

Notice Description

The proposed contract(s) are for the provision of Park and Ride site maintenance and Norwich Bus Station Operational Management and Site and Premises Maintenance. There are 6 Norwich Park and Ride sites which provide frequent bus services to Norwich city centre and other key sites in Norwich: o Airport Park & Ride, Buck Courtney Crescent, Norwich, NR6 6JT o Harford Park & Ride, Ipswich Road, Norwich, NR4 6US o Sprowston Park & Ride, Wroxham Road, Norwich, NR7 8RN o Thickthorn Park & Ride, Norwich Road, Hethersett NR9 3AU o Postwick Park & Ride, Yarmouth Road, Norwich, NR13 5NP o Costessey Park & Ride, Long Lane, Bawburgh, Norwich, NR9 3LX This element of the proposed contract is for the facilities maintenance of the Park and Ride sites. Provision of the bus service will not form part of this contract. The Park & Ride sites will remain under the ownership of the Council and will not be leased to the successful Bidder. The key responsibilities of the supplier will be: ? Ensuring the site is clean and tidy, including litter picking, emptying bins and keeping vegetation clear ? Cleaning external assets like shelters, information boards ? Cleaning internal areas such as customer welfare facilities ? Making repairs to minor assets like fencing, toilets ? Inspecting the site and reporting major defects to the Council. -Undertaking routine compliance tests as agreed by site Norwich Bus Station is located in the heart of Norwich city centre and accessed directly from the inner ring road. Norwich is the business centre of the region. Like many small cities in rural counties, Norwich experiences peak time congestion on the strategic road network, therefore encouraging modal shift to public transport, particularly for those drivers in single occupancy cars, is a key measure in reducing congestion and improving air quality. There are approximately 760 bus movements Monday to Friday, 660 on Saturday and 180 on Sundays and bank holidays. About 330 customers use the travel information centre desk every day. The County Council owns Norwich Bus Station and will lease it to the Operator for the term of the Contract. The Operator will be responsible for all aspects of running the site, including but not limited to: o Payment of the business rates to Norwich City Council o Obtaining and paying for utilities for the site o Drainage, water and sewerage costs o Obtaining insurance for the building, contents and public liability o Ensuring security of the site and building o Maintenance of the site and building o Managing members of the public and ensuring safety o Managing vehicles movements and operators who use the site o Providing a customer service information desk and assisting passengers At this stage the Council is conducting a preliminary market consultation to explore the various options for meeting the requirements. Interested parties have until noon on ... Additional information: Interested parties have until noon on 3rd March 2025 to express their interest in participating in the market consultation, following the publication of the PIN notice. Expressions of interest shall be made via In-tend, the Council's e procurement system. Registration can be undertaken free of charge via https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/Home Following registration, please attach your company to the opportunity. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2929085-4864-4d6b-b7d2-f070f7bce508
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79993000 - Building and facilities management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
21 May 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Sep 2025 - 30 Mar 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORFOLK
Postcode
NR1 2DH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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