Tender

Bus Service-8

CAMBRIDGESHIRE AND PETERBOROUGH COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Tender

14 Jan 2026 at 18:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority is currently in the tender stage for a public procurement process titled "Bus Service-8," focusing on providing local bus services in the Cambridge area, specifically from Dry Drayton to Hilton/Papworth Everard. The procurement falls under the industry category of transport services (excluding waste transport) and public road transport services, covering the UKH12 region in the United Kingdom. The procurement follows an open procedure, with electronic submissions allowed until the tender period closes on 13th February 2026. Interested parties should note that an enquiry period is available until 6th February 2026, and the award period is slated to conclude by 3rd March 2026. The contract is set to commence on 1st June 2026, lasting for an initial period of 24 months, with an optional 12-month extension.

Participation in this tender presents significant opportunities for businesses operating within transport services, particularly those experienced in public road transport. The contract offers a stable engagement lasting up to three years, creating a reliable revenue stream and the potential for market expansion and increased service portfolio. Businesses with a strong understanding of local transportation needs and a capability to integrate with the existing commercial bus network will find this opportunity especially appealing. Given the equal emphasis on both quality and price in the award criteria, companies that can demonstrate high service standards while maintaining competitive pricing are well-positioned to succeed in this tender.

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Notice Title

Bus Service-8

Notice Description

The Authority is seeking to award a bus contract to a supplier for the following requirements: The supply of local bus services (Cambridge, Dry Drayton to Hilton/Papworth Everard). Contract funded with money allocated by the Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority to support local bus services. From 1st June 2026 for 24 months + 12 months. The Authority is seeking to award a contract relating to the provision of Local Bus Services. The contract starts on Monday 1st June 2026. The contractor must be able to provide the full service required from this start date. The Authority reserves the right not to conclude a contract for the service for which the Tender is invited. The Route Schedule details the requirements for these contracts, such as the route, timetable, type of vehicle, and type of ticketing equipment to be used. Any extra requirements relating to the contracts that are not covered in the ITT document or in the Conditions of Contract will be displayed in the Route Schedule under 'Special Conditions'. Potential providers are encouraged to consider how the contracts they are tendering for can be integrated with the commercial bus network, where applicable. The initial Contract will be for a period of 24 months and will include an option for the Contract to be extended by a further 12 months for a maximum duration of 36 months.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: From 1st June 2026 for 24 months + 12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060621
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003276-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

60112000 - Public road 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
14 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CAMBRIDGESHIRE AND PETERBOROUGH COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
CPCA Procurement
Contact Email
procurement@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01480277180

Buyer Location

Locality
HUNTINGDON
Postcode
PE29 3TN
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC

Local Authority
Huntingdonshire
Electoral Ward
Huntingdon North
Westminster Constituency
Huntingdon

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