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London Underground Piccadilly Line replacement bus service

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

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07 Aug 2025 at 07:10

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involved the Transport for London as the buying organisation, seeking a replacement bus service for the Piccadilly Line. This service operates in London and falls under the road transport services industry category. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a competitive procedure with negotiation for contracts above threshold. The award stage is complete, with Arriva London North Limited securing the contract. The significant procurement timeline included a tender period ending on 28 January 2025, and a contract period from 15 February to 3 August 2025. Notably, the service was required on several occasions throughout this period, with key dates including weekend operations in April, May, July, and August 2025.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses in the transportation sector, specifically those capable of delivering bus services in urban settings. Companies that are well-suited to compete in such procurements typically include those with experience in managing large-scale transport services, particularly in densely populated areas like London. With the main procurement category being goods, businesses offering innovative and efficient solutions to meet public transport needs stand to benefit. Additionally, as the tender is flagged suitable for SMEs, it presents an advantageous opportunity for small to medium enterprises in the transport industry looking to expand their market presence through public sector contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

London Underground Piccadilly Line replacement bus service

Notice Description

London Underground Piccadilly Line replacement bus service to operate between Gunnersbury and Rayners Lane on 15/16 February 2025 tendered and contract awarded to Arriva London North Ltd. Subsequent requirement for a similar service to operate on 22/23 March 2025 re-awarded to Arriva London North Limited under Contract reference PIC/155-PL4. Subsequent requirement for a similar service to operate on 18 - 21 April 2025 re-awarded to Arriva London North Limited under contract reference PIC/154-PL4. Subsequent requirement for a similar service to operate on 17/18 May 2025 re-awarded to Arriva London North Limited under contract reference PIC/156-PL4. Subsequent requirement for a similar service to operate on 19/20 July 2025 re-awarded to Arriva London North Limited under contract reference PIC/161-PL4. Subsequent requirement for a similar service to operate on 02/03 August 2025 re-awarded to Arriva London North Limited under contract reference PIC/162-PL4.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ee192ac8-32da-456a-b031-97985736973a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bca1e1ec-eb24-42ec-8113-1ebd99004a60
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60100000 - Road transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£381,120 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
15 Feb 2025 - 3 Aug 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR LONDON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARRIVA LONDON NORTH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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