Gateshead Highway Demolition - Shuttle Bus Service

GATESHEAD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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23 Jun 2026 at 08:38

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Gateshead Highway Demolition - Shuttle Bus Service" was managed by Gateshead Borough Council. This procurement falls under the service category with a focus on transportation services within the region of Gateshead, UKC22, United Kingdom. The contract was awarded directly to Go North East Limited, a prominent bus operator in the area, to provide shuttle bus services during the demolition of the Gateshead Highway, affecting traffic around the Five Bridges Roundabout. The service operated from 22nd June 2026 to 15th July 2026, adhering to a tight mobilisation schedule. This procurement was finalized under a direct award process without competition, given the urgent need and specific requirements for local coordination.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses involved in transportation and logistics services, particularly those capable of rapid deployment and local area integration. While this specific contract was awarded based on immediacy and local presence, similar future opportunities would benefit businesses that can provide comprehensive, flexible transport solutions in response to public infrastructure projects. Companies experienced in managing shuttle services, especially those with established operations in the Gateshead area, would be particularly well-suited to compete for such contracts, leveraging local knowledge and existing logistical frameworks.

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Notice Title

Gateshead Highway Demolition - Shuttle Bus Service

Notice Description

Demolition of the Gateshead Highway requires the closure of the Five Bridges Roundabout from 21/6/26 to 16/7/26. This will have a significant impact on the bus network in eastern Gateshead and beyond. A shuttle bus, provided from Monday 22nd June 2026 to Wednesday 15th July 2026, will mitigate the impacts for residents. The shuttle service is required at very short notice in terms of the time available for the mobilisation of the service. Go North East are the largest operator in Gateshead with the most resource available. In addition, the service will need to interact and co-ordinate with the other bus services in the area which are predominantly provided by Go North East.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06baad
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058774-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60172000 - Hire of buses and coaches with driver

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£45,600 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
21 Jun 2026 - 15 Jul 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GATESHEAD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GATESHEAD
Postcode
NE8 1HH
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Gateshead
Electoral Ward
Bridges
Westminster Constituency
Gateshead Central and Whickham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GO NORTH EAST

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