Tender

Call for Competition publication - Rail Replacement

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

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Planning

08 Jan 2026 at 15:05

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Transport for London (TfL) involves a competitive opportunity titled "Call for Competition publication - Rail Replacement," under the industry category of special-purpose road passenger-transport services. This service tender is currently at the active planning and tender stage, focusing on the Greater London region, specifically under UKI. The tender outlines the procurement for bus services as part of a rail replacement scheme, with the contract period commencing on 21st January 2026 and concluding on 20th January 2027. The submission of tenders must be in written English. Potential suppliers are encouraged to prepare as the standstill period will follow the award announcement, allowing for challenges to be raised according to the Utilities Contracts Regulations 2006.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in transport services, particularly those offering urban railway, tramway, trolleybus, or bus services. Companies with expertise in managing complex transport operations in urban settings, and who are capable of delivering reliable bus services to supplement rail transport, will find this tender highly applicable. The procurement method is competitive, providing a promising avenue for growth, especially for businesses that can foster a partnership with a prominent entity like TfL. Engaging in this tender not only offers potential for financial gain but also enhances business credibility through association with a high-profile public organisation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Call for Competition publication - Rail Replacement

Notice Description

Lot Information

Lot 1

London Bus Services Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of Transport for London (TfL). TfL is a complex organisation operating both as a functional body of the Greater London Authority (GLA) under the direction of the Mayor of London and as a provider of transport. Further information on TfL can be found at www.tfl.gov.uk (https://www.tfl.gov.uk). The contract or contracts (if any) resulting ultimately from this notice may be awarded by, and may be for the benefit of London Bus Services Limited, TfL and/or any of its other subsidiaries. London Bus Services Limited reserves the right to award any contract in whole or in part or not at all as a result of this notice. London Bus services Limited, TfL and/or any of its subsidiaries shall not be liable for any costs or expenses incurred by any bidders in responding to this notice or in tendering for related contract(s).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060208
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001533-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Jan 2026 - 20 Jan 2027 6-12 months
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
TRANSPORT FOR LONDON
Contact Name
Phil Thornton
Contact Email
railreplacementgroup@tfl.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

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