Tender

Operation of Local Bus Services across South Yorkshire

SOUTH YORKSHIRE MAYORAL COMBINED AUTHORITY GROUP

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Tender

22 Feb 2023 at 15:01

Summary of the contracting process

The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority Group is seeking tenders for the operation of local bus services across South Yorkshire. The procurement covers two main lots: General Network and Schools Services, with different bidding requirements and contract durations. The total contract value is £150,000,000, and the tender deadline is 24th March 2023. The buying organisation, located in Sheffield, United Kingdom, is encouraging bids from interested companies in the road transport services industry.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies in the public road transport services sector, specifically those experienced in operating bus services. Companies should pay attention to the specific bidding requirements outlined for each lot within the tender, ensuring compliance with the submission terms and bid validity period. Winning this tender could provide a substantial revenue stream and expand market presence for businesses offering local bus services in South Yorkshire.

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Notice Title

Operation of Local Bus Services across South Yorkshire

Notice Description

South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive / SYMCA are currently seeking tenders from companies who are interested in operating local bus including services in South Yorkshire. LOT 1 in Batch 23001, South Yorkshire General Network: bids are invited on both a Minimum Subsidy basis and Minimum Cost basis. In addition to Section 89, we are also inviting bids from Section 22 permit holders on LOTs as outlined on the Form of Tender. LOTs 2 & 3 in Batches 23002 and 23003, South Yorkshire Schools Services: bids are invited on a Minimum Cost basis only, from Section 89 bidders only; we are not inviting bids from Section 22 permit holders on LOTs 243 to 300.

Lot Information

General Network

LOTs in Batch 23001, South Yorkshire General Network: bids are invited on both a Minimum Subsidy basis and Minimum Cost basis. In addition to Section 89, we are also inviting bids from Section 22 permit holders on LOTs as outlined on the Form of Tender.

Options: Batch 23001 (General Network): Alternatives will be considered if full timetable(s) are supplied with the tender response; alternative timetables will only be accepted with the usual tolerance (+/- 15 minutes) and where coordinated departures/arrivals are maintained. We recommend that compliant bids are submitted with alternatives supplied in addition to this.

Renewal: Upon expiry

Schools 1 Year

LOTs in Batches 23002 and 23003, South Yorkshire Schools Services: bids are invited on a Minimum Cost basis only, from Section 89 bidders only; we are not inviting bids from Section 22 permit holders on LOTs 243 to 300. Batch 23002 (Schools): 1 September 2023 to 31 July 2024 inclusive (190 school days)

Options: Batches 23002 and 23003 (Schools): Alternatives will be considered if full timetable(s) are supplied with the tender response; alternative timetables will only be accepted with the usual tolerance (+/- 15 minutes) and where the start/arrival times of the schools are met. Route change proposals must cater for all current pupil demand. Tenders from operators with a Valid PSVAR Exemption extension certificate will be considered for LOTs 243 to 273 within Batches 23002, subject to a copy of the certificate being made available to the Executive.

Renewal: Upon expiry

Schools 4 years

LOTs in Batches 23002 and 23003, South Yorkshire Schools Services: bids are invited on a Minimum Cost basis only, from Section 89 bidders only; we are not inviting bids from Section 22 permit holders on LOTs 243 to 300.

Options: Batches 23002 and 23003 (Schools): Alternatives will be considered if full timetable(s) are supplied with the tender response; alternative timetables will only be accepted with the usual tolerance (+/- 15 minutes) and where the start/arrival times of the schools are met. Route change proposals must cater for all current pupil demand. Tenders from operators with a Valid PSVAR Exemption extension certificate will be considered for LOTs 243 to 273 within Batches 23002, subject to a copy of the certificate being made available to the Executive.

Renewal: Upon expiry

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03a78d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005328-2023
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
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60100000 - Road transport services

60112000 - Public road transport services

60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services

60140000 - Non-scheduled passenger transport

60172000 - Hire of buses and coaches with driver

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£148,200,000 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Feb 20233 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Mar 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH YORKSHIRE MAYORAL COMBINED AUTHORITY GROUP
Contact Name
Mrs Jill Smith
Contact Email
jill.smith@southyorkshire-ca.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7742499589

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2BQ
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE3 South Yorkshire

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

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