Tender

SYMCA Batch 25006 Provision and Operation of Bus Services

SOUTH YORKSHIRE MAYORAL COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Tender

23 May 2025 at 09:40

Summary of the contracting process

The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority is inviting tenders for the provision and operation of bus services, under tender reference DN775885. This procurement falls within the road transport services category and is designated for delivery in the United Kingdom, specifically in the South Yorkshire region. The tender is currently at the active stage, with a deadline for submission set for 9th June 2025. The contract is scheduled to start on 1st September 2025, lasting for 190 school days until 31st July 2026, with an estimated contract value of £57,000.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in road transport services, particularly those who can operate bus services effectively. The procurement method is open competition, allowing businesses an equal chance to secure the contract. It is especially suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), presenting a robust opportunity for these entities to expand their operations within the public sector. With a focus on 100% price criteria, companies that can provide cost-effective solutions are likely to have a competitive advantage. Businesses can access tender documents and submit their bids electronically, ensuring a streamlined procurement process.

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Notice Title

SYMCA Batch 25006 Provision and Operation of Bus Services

Notice Description

South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) are currently seeking tenders from companies who are interested in operating the LOTs as shown on the Form of Tender. The contract for these LOTs will commence on Monday 1 September 2025 and end on Friday 31 July 2026 (190 school days). The estimated value of the contract for these LOTs is PS57,000.00.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05212c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025879-2025
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

60100000 - Road transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£57,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£57,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Jul 2026 6-12 months
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
james.lyndon@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
TLE3 South Yorkshire

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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