Provision of bus service - Route 491

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

There are 2 contracts in this contracting process.

Summary of the contracting process

Transport for London has awarded a contract for the provision of bus service Route 491, in the public road transport services category, located within London, United Kingdom. This contract, awarded to Metroline, is set to begin on 31 May 2025, and last until 28 May 2032. The procurement process followed a competitive procedure with negotiation above the threshold, and the tender period ended on 13 August 2024. The final award was posted on 12 March 2025, with the contract valued at approximately GBP 3,577,959.

This tender offers significant opportunities for business growth, especially for companies in the public transportation sector. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly encouraged to participate, as the procurement method and suitability criteria accommodate these types of organisations. Establishing a long-term contract with Transport for London can provide stability and increased market presence for the winning bidder, while also contributing to enhanced transport services within the region.

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Provision of bus service - Route 491

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Contract Timeline

Publication Date

12th March 2025 11:08:46 AM
Contract Summary

Provision of bus service route 491 for 7 years. Please note, costs posted on Contracts Finder sometimes differ from those on the internet, this is due to post award negotiations.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-81af4bfd-eaec-45c6-814e-e3010b0fd181

Publication Source

Contracts Finder

Procurement Stage

AwardUpdate

Procurement Method

Selective

Procurement Method Details

Competitive Procedure With Negotiation (above Threshold)

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

SME VCSE

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

60112000

CPV Division(s)

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
Awarding Authority

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

Buyer Name

Richard Rampton

Buyer Email

contracts.tendering@tfl.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

197 Blackfriars Road

LONDON

SE1 8NJ

England
Awarded Supplier(s)

Supplier Name(s)

METROLINE

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Provision of bus service - Route 491

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

11th March 2025 16:01:27 PM
Contract Summary

Provision of bus service route 491 for 7 years. Please note, costs posted on Contracts Finder sometimes differ from those on the internet, this is due to post award negotiations.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-81af4bfd-eaec-45c6-814e-e3010b0fd181

Publication Source

Contracts Finder

Procurement Stage

Award

Procurement Method

Selective

Procurement Method Details

Competitive Procedure With Negotiation (above Threshold)

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

SME VCSE

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

60112000

CPV Division(s)

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
Awarding Authority

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

Buyer Name

Richard Rampton

Buyer Email

contracts.tendering@tfl.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

197 Blackfriars Road

LONDON

SE1 8NJ

England
Awarded Supplier(s)

Supplier Name(s)

METROLINE

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Provision of bus service - Route 491

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Provision of bus service - Route 491

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

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