Tender

Demand Responsive Transport Pilot

SOUTH YORKSHIRE MAYORAL COMBINED AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

03 Feb 2026 at 22:08

Planning

17 Nov 2025 at 11:04

Summary of the contracting process

The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority has initiated a public procurement process for the "Demand Responsive Transport Pilot" project, aiming to implement a software and operational management solution for a transport scheme across Rotherham and Doncaster. The procurement is being conducted through an open, competitive flexible procedure. The tender, with a total value of £800,000, focuses on the services industry category, specifically covering network management software services and the provision of motor vehicles for large groups. Key procurement dates include the submission deadline on 2nd March 2026 and an enquiry period ending on 19th February 2026. The contract is set to commence on 1st April 2026 and end on 31st August 2027.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses specialising in software solutions for transport, motor vehicle provision, and network management. Companies that can offer quality services, meet conditions of participation, and provide competitive pricing stand to benefit. SMEs and VCSEs will find this project particularly viable, given its focus on accessibility and flexibility in transport solutions. The contract requires companies that can manage dual-zone operations, including Doncaster and Rotherham, with a particular emphasis on innovation in demand-responsive transport technology. The engagement and subsequent rollout of the pilot can significantly enhance a company's local presence and reputation in public sector transport solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Demand Responsive Transport Pilot

Notice Description

South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority are seeking an organisation to supply and operate the software for and run a pilot for a Demand Responsive Transport scheme across Rotherham and Doncaster. The successful bidder will also be required to supply the vehicles and drivers as part of the requirement.

Planning Information

Date: Wednesday 26th November 2025 Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Location: MS Teams 10:00-11:00: SYMCA to talk through an introduction & Background to the works and to present a slide deck to potential suppliers. 11:00-12:00: Q&A for potential providers. Please confirm your attendance by replying to the e-mail address provided below before 12 noon on 21st November 2025. Contracting Authority South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA): Email: Bethany.Lund@SouthYorkshire-ca.gov.uk Website: https://www.southyorkshire-ca.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e240
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009713-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

34120000 - Motor vehicles for the transport of 10 or more persons

72511000 - Network management software services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
2 Mar 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
21 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Aug 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH YORKSHIRE MAYORAL COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Jill Smith
Contact Email
jill.smith@southyorkshire-ca.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 (0) 114 220 3400

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
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLE3 South Yorkshire

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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