Tender

TrawsCymru T4 Bus Operator Services

TRANSPORT FOR WALES

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Tender

19 Feb 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Transport for Wales is seeking providers for the TrawsCymru T4 Bus Operator Services. This tender, with an estimated value of £6,000,000, falls under the public transport industry category and spans multiple locations within the UKL region. The tendering process is currently active, with submissions due by 21 March 2025 at 12:00 PM. The contract will commence on 1 September 2025, extending until 31 August 2030, with possible renewals up to 24 months. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure, and electronic submissions are required via the eTenderwales platform.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in public transport operations. Companies specialising in bus operator services and those capable of delivering in multiple lots (up to four) can benefit from steady, long-term contracts. The contract encourages community benefits, aligning with Transport for Wales' economic and social objectives, making it ideal for businesses aiming to contribute to social and environmental goals. Consortia are also encouraged to participate, allowing smaller entities to pool resources and expertise to compete effectively.

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Notice Title

TrawsCymru T4 Bus Operator Services

Notice Description

TrawsCymru T4 Route Bus Operator Services for Transport for Wales. Please refer to the Statement of Requirements for full description of the services.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - 3 x Brecon based vehicle workings

Please refer to the Statement of requirements within Volume 4 of the tender documentation.

Renewal: Up to 24 Months (Maximum Term, inclusive of initial term is 7 Years)

Lot 2 - 1 x Newtown based vehicle working

Please refer to the Statement of requirements within Volume 4 of the tender documentation

Renewal: Up to 24 months extension option (7 Year Maximum Term, inclusive of Initial Term)

Lot 3 - 2 x Brecon based vehicle workings (Sunday) 1 additional PVR, British Summer time only.

Please refer to the Statement of Requirements within Volume 4 of the tender documentation.

Renewal: Up to 24 Months (7 Year Maximum Term, inclusive of initial 5 year term)

Lot 4 - 1 x Newtown based vehicle working (Sunday)

Please refer to the Statement of Requirements within Volume 4 of the tender documentation

Renewal: Up to 24 months extension Option (7 Year maximum Term inclusive of initial contract term)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-148266
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=148266
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract 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

60112000 - Public road transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2025 - 31 Aug 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Renewal subject to TfW governance and investment approvals.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@tfw.wales
Contact Phone
+44 2921673434

Buyer Location

Locality
PONTYPRIDD
Postcode
CF37 4TH
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Pontypridd Town
Westminster Constituency
Pontypridd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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