Tender

Sheffield Supertram Rail Replacement Bus Service - July - August 2025

SOUTH YORKSHIRE MAYORAL COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Tender

19 May 2025 at 12:57

Summary of the contracting process

The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority is currently in the tender stage of procuring a bus passenger service to temporarily replace the Sheffield Supertram Light Rail Service from July to August 2025. This open procurement process, which is below the threshold for an open competition, is focused on public road transport services and the hire of passenger transport vehicles with drivers. The procurement is primarily directed at small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Interested parties must submit their proposals via ProContract by 17:00 on 27 May 2025, with services set to operatively commence on 28 July 2025.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in public transport services, particularly those capable of providing bus hire with drivers. Companies that can deliver cost-effective solutions stand to gain, as the award criteria are based entirely on price. With two routes available for bid and the possibility of contract extensions, this tender appeals to businesses seeking to enhance their market presence in the United Kingdom and demonstrates a commitment to providing essential transport services during major infrastructure improvements. SMEs and VCSEs are especially encouraged to apply, fostering inclusive participation in public projects.

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Notice Title

Sheffield Supertram Rail Replacement Bus Service - July - August 2025

Notice Description

South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority require a bus passenger service to replace the Light Rail Service during July - August 2025.

Lot Information

* Route 1 Tram Rail Replacement Services will commence on 28/07/2025 and end on 15/08/2025 (19 days).

Route 1 is expected to run from 28/07/25 - 15/08/25 (19 days) This will be a tram replacement bus service running during network improvement works. This service will not take fares.

Renewal: An extension may be required should the planned works not operate to timetable.

Route 2 - YE1 Hillsborough Interchange - Middlewood

Route 2 is expected to run from 16/08/25 - 29/08/25 (14 days) This will be a tram replacement bus service running during network improvement works. This service will not take fares.

Renewal: An extension may be required should the planned works not complete on time.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0516ef
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022639-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60112000 - Public road transport services

60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£130,800 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£130,800 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Aug 2025 - 29 Aug 2025 30 days
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
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
jill.smith@southyorkshire-ca.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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