South Yorkshire Bus Franchising Phase One

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                "description": "South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority is inviting bus operators to attend a Pre-Market Engagement Day 12 November 2025, to find out more about bidding for the first tranche of franchised bus services in South Yorkshire. Background In March 2025, Mayor Oliver Coppard confirmed the decision to franchise the South Yorkshire bus network. Now, the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) is preparing for a new era of bus services across Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield. The first services will begin in Sheffield and Doncaster in September 2027, 09:30 - 14:30 Wednesday 12 November 2025 Sheffield - location to be confirmed (Please note: this is an in-person event). During this event, the bus franchising team at South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority will: Share our vision and project timelines Explain how procurement and contracting will work Introduce the team behind the plans Ask for bus operators views and feedback in shaping our journey. Further information can be found via ProContract, Ref DN791163. Who this event is for: This event is in-person and open to any bus operator who is interested in providing bus services in South Yorkshire.",
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