Tender

DEFRA Funding - Black Country Bus Upgrades

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Tender

15 Jan 2019 at 15:11

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) is currently conducting a tender for the "DEFRA Funding - Black Country Bus Upgrades" project. This initiative is aimed at reducing roadside concentrations of nitrogen dioxide in Dudley and Wolverhampton by promoting the use of cleaner buses. The procurement, classified under public-service buses, is in the active stage of seeking Expressions of Interest, with a submission deadline set for 31st January 2019 at 17:00. The successful operators are expected to be notified by 13th February 2019, with the programme completion date intended for 31st December 2019. The procurement method is an open procedure, allowing for a broad range of applicants.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on transport services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) interested in sustainable transport solutions. Companies involved in the provision of bus services or those developing accredited technologies to reduce emissions are particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in this project not only provides financial support but also aligns with long-term commitments towards clean growth and environmental sustainability within the West Midlands region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DEFRA Funding - Black Country Bus Upgrades

Notice Description

The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) has secured PS3,197,000 from the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) to reduce roadside concentrations of NO2, in the areas of Dudley and Wolverhampton, West Midlands. The objectives of the fund are: - To reduce roadside concentrations of NO2, from buses, particularly in those areas of Dudley and Wolverhampton exceeding statutory limit values - To promote a shift to cleaner buses and Accredited Technologies - Where possible, to support our wider long term commitments on clean growth. The approved projects will aim to reduce emissions of nitrogen dioxides (NO2) from buses operating in areas exceeding statutory limit values for NO2, through modifications using Accredited Technology and / or bus vehicle replacement. The WMCA is seeking Expressions of Interest from local bus operators to participate in the programme and access the PS3,197,000 fund. Expressions of interest are required by 1700 on 31st January 2019 by responding to the 7 points in the Technical Envelope of pqq_99 in BravoSolution. In order to access the documents and express your interest please do so through BravoSolution, the WMCA's e-tendering portal (https://wmca.bravosolution.co.uk). The pqq reference is pqq_99. The WMCA may request further information or clarifications on the Expressions of Interest submitted and is aiming to notify the successful operator/s by 13th February 2019. The WMCA will protect the wider project deliverables and funding through a grant agreement the operator will be required to sign. Successful operators will be expected to deliver their programme by 31st December 2019.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e969928f-b143-4f25-808d-0d9067aaca96
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8bbe192e-1427-4c2a-b652-f585a3dcfcd2
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34121100 - Public-service buses

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jan 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jan 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Feb 2019 - 31 Dec 2019 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement.team@wmca.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B19 3SD
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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