Planning

Coach Services for the National Energy System Operator

NATIONAL ENERGY SYSTEM OPERATOR LIMITED

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Planning

17 Nov 2025 at 09:45

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Energy System Operator Limited (NESO), located in Wokingham, United Kingdom, is currently in the planning stage for a public procurement process titled "Coach Services for the National Energy System Operator." The procurement seeks to establish reliable coach services, including electric buses and drivers, for employee transportation in line with sustainability goals such as net zero 2030. The primary focus is on services within the public undertaking sector, with the industry category specified as the hire of buses and coaches with drivers. Key dates include a submission due date for the preliminary market engagement by the 8th of December 2025. The contract is envisioned to commence on 1st July 2026 and end by 1st July 2029, with a potential extension to 2031, and is valued at £1,800,000 GBP net.

This procurement opportunity can significantly benefit businesses specialising in sustainable transport solutions, particularly those with capabilities in providing electric buses, associated maintenance, and qualified driving services. As the project supports small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and is above the threshold, it represents an excellent opportunity for growth and market expansion. Companies with a focus on innovation in transport and environmental responsibility will find this tender particularly compelling, given NESO’s commitment to creating environmentally responsible commuting options. The procurement process involves engagement through electronic forms, gathering industry feedback to ensure commercial feasibility, and is structured to foster transparency and competitive participation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Coach Services for the National Energy System Operator

Notice Description

The National Energy System Operator, NESO, is an independent, public corporation at the centre of the energy system taking a whole system view to create a world where everyone has access to reliable, clean and affordable energy NESO is now looking to set up coach services (incl. electrical buses, drivers, maintenance, etc) for employee transportation between train stations and the office, with the goal of ensuring safe, convenient, and environmentally responsible commuting options for all employees, in line with sustainability objectives including net zero 2030

Planning Information

Objectives of the engagement: - Test market appetite - Validate and refine scope - Understand pricing models - Explore delivery options Submitting your response would enable us to capture your expression of interest and help ensure the resulting arrangement is commercial viable, accessible and fit for purpose. Response Instructions All responses (including expression of interest) must be submitted via MS form link: https://forms.office.com/e/12Dzi21qtg - Please submit your responses by 8th of December (12pm) Completion of this form: . Registers your expression of interest . Provides an opportunity to offer feedback Engagement Method All supplier are requested to respond exclusively through the MS form. For any queries or clarifications, please reach out to NESO Procurement team via nesoprocurement@neso.energy. Please note that we will not be providing any additional information on individual basis to ensure fairness and transparency. Disclaimer This is not a call for competition. Participation does not affect future tendering opportunities.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e220
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074248-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60172000 - Hire of buses and coaches with driver

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,800,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Nov 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 Feb 20263 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 1 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL ENERGY SYSTEM OPERATOR LIMITED
Contact Name
Isabel Faria
Contact Email
box.nesoindirectstenders@neso.energy
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WOKINGHAM
Postcode
RG41 5BN
Post Town
Reading
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ16 Berkshire West
Delivery Location
TLJ11 Berkshire
Local Authority
Wokingham
Electoral Ward
Winnersh
Westminster Constituency
Wokingham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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