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University Bus Service

Royal Holloway and Bedford New College

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

13 Jun 2026 at 13:56

Tender Notice
Award

11 Jun 2026 at 17:40

Award Notice
Planning

14 Apr 2026 at 18:02

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Royal Holloway and Bedford New College has recently completed the procurement stage for a University Bus Service, classified under road transport services, in Surrey, United Kingdom. This tender, identified as RHUL-26033, involved an open procurement method to appoint a supplier for a low-emission bus service providing transport for staff and students to and from the Egham campus. The contract, beginning on 1 September 2026, will initially run for three years, with possible extensions up to 2031. The full services are scheduled to commence on 21 September 2026. The successful supplier, Hallmark Connections Limited, was awarded the contract following a competitive process, with a total of three bids received, ranging from approximately £1.23 million to £2.04 million.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the transport and logistics industry, particularly those specialising in public road transport and sustainable services. Given the University's emphasis on sustainability, customer service, and flexibility, companies proficient in these areas could benefit greatly from participating in similar tenders. Businesses looking to grow by engaging in public sector opportunities should consider fostering capabilities in environmentally-friendly and customer-orientated transport solutions, to align with the requirements of such contracts and enhance community benefits like improved air quality and community connectivity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

University Bus Service

Notice Description

The University is looking to appoint one (1) supplier to deliver a pay-to-use, low-emission bus service providing reliable transport for staff and students travelling to and from the Egham campus. The contract shall commence on 1 September 2026, with full services commencing on the start of each autumn term, (21 September 2026 for Year 1). The initial contract term will be three (3) years, with two (2) optional twelve (12) month extensions to 2031. The service will support the University's aims to reduce car use, improve air quality, enhance community safety, and provide additional capacity during peak times and major University events. The supplier will be expected to demonstrate strong customer service, reliable performance, and a commitment to continuous improvement aligned with the University's sustainability and carbon-reduction goals.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068265
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055945-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning 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

60100000 - Road transport services

60112000 - Public road transport services

60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jun 20262 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Royal Holloway and Bedford New College
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EGHAM
Postcode
TW20 0EX
Postcode Area
Twickenham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Local Authority
Runnymede
Electoral Ward
Englefield Green East
Westminster Constituency
Windsor

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Hallmark Connections Limited

Further Information

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