Tender

Batch 758 - Leeds and Wakefield District - July 2026 to May 2027/Jan 2028

WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Tender

01 May 2026 at 16:15

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, is currently in the tender stage and seeks to secure transport services within the Leeds and Wakefield District. This ongoing tender, titled "Batch 758 - Leeds and Wakefield District - July 2026 to May 2027/Jan 2028," aims to replace services previously provided by Yorkshire Travel Group Ltd. The procurement is categorised under transport services, specifically excluding waste transport, and focuses on public road transport. Interested parties have until 26 May 2026 to submit their proposals electronically or in writing, with the entire process adhering to an open procedure as recognised by relevant European legal standards. The procurement covers the contract period lasting 540 days, without renewal or options for extension. Potential bidders should note that the submissions are expected in English, considering a bid validity period of 540 days from the start.

This tender offers a strategic opportunity for businesses specialising in public transport services, as it involves providing essential transport services in a key regional area. Suitable candidates include operators with experience in public road transport who are prepared to function within the tight deadlines and requirements set forth by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority. The procurement approach is open, which encourages competitive bidding and enables businesses, regardless of their size, to participate in fostering growth and potentially securing a pivotal role in servicing the Leeds and Wakefield areas. Moreover, successful bidders can establish a long-term partnership with a regional authority, providing a robust platform for future opportunities. Businesses interested in participating should possess the capacity to submit bids through electronic or written methods, adhering to the outlined technical and economic selection criteria.

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Notice Title

Batch 758 - Leeds and Wakefield District - July 2026 to May 2027/Jan 2028

Notice Description

Batch 758 - Leeds and Wakefield District - July 2026 to May 2027/Jan 2028 Seeking contracts to cover withdrawn services from Yorkshire Travel Group Ltd

Lot Information

Lot 1

Batch 758 - Leeds and Wakefield District - July 2026 to May 2027/Jan 2028 Seeking contracts to cover withdrawn services from Yorkshire Travel Group Ltd

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0690b5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040731-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
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
1 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
26 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 2DE
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLE4 West Yorkshire

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

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