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NEX24/29 Sunderland Connect

NEXUS

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

16 Aug 2024 at 09:11

Tender

24 May 2024 at 09:04

Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process, managed by Nexus, seeks to secure the operation of 'Registered Local Bus services' in Tyne and Wear. The contract title is "NEX24/29 Sunderland Connect," classified under CPV code 60100000 for Road Transport Services. The procurement falls within the services category and is set to commence on 9th September 2024, with a contract period extending until 7th September 2025. The procurement method adopted is an open procedure. Key decisions have been finalised, with Go North East being awarded the contract, and there was a tender period which ended on 14th June 2024.

This contract offers significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in the provision of bus services, particularly those equipped with low floor, easy access vehicles complying with Euro 6 emission standards and the Equality Act 2010. Companies with capabilities in managing specified timetables and a capacity to house between 48 and 84 passengers will find this contract particularly suited to their services. Firms should be prepared for a selective procurement process, showing expertise in cost efficiency as price was identified as a key criterion for the award.

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Notice Title

NEX24/29 Sunderland Connect

Notice Description

The procurement of the operation of 'Registered Local Bus services' in the local authority areas of Tyne and Wear with effect from 9th September 2024. It is anticipated that subsequent contracts will be for a term will be from 9th September 2024 to 7th September 2025. The contracts will be tendered on the basis of operating specified timetables. The vehicles required will be low floor, easy access, meeting a minimum of Euro 6 engine emission standards and meeting the requirements of the Equality Act 2010 with a minimum capacity of either 48 or 84 passengers, depending on the contract.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The procurement of the operation of 'Registered Local Bus services' in the local authority areas of Tyne and Wear with effect from 9th September 2024. It is anticipated that subsequent contracts will be for a term will be from 9th September 2024 to 7th September 2025. The contracts will be tendered on the basis of operating specified timetables. The vehicles required will be low floor, easy access, meeting a minimum of Euro 6 engine emission standards and meeting the requirements of the Equality Act 2010 with a minimum capacity of either 48 or 84 passengers, depending on the contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-046a36
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026058-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
8 Sep 2024 - 7 Sep 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEXUS
Contact Name
Julie Warnett
Contact Email
tenders@nexus.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7879667318

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 4AX
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC2 Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GO NORTH EAST

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