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title: "Direct Award Bus Service Improvement Plan NHS Framework"
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# Direct Award Bus Service Improvement Plan NHS Framework

Buyer: CITY OF YORK COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7b8e652e-794c-4168-a041-63c806b5f4a9

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## Summary

The procurement process led by the CITY OF YORK COUNCIL involves a direct award under the NHS Shared Business Services Framework. Titled "Direct Award Bus Service Improvement Plan NHS Framework," this contract falls under the construction-related services category. The procurement method used is selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The location for the services is York, England, with the contract period spanning from 1st November 2025 to 31st December 2026. Key dates include the tender period ending on 31st October 2025, and the award date published on 22nd June 2026. This process is currently in the award stage, with Turner & Townsend UK Limited as the selected supplier for the provision of project, programme, and cost management services.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for large enterprises offering project management services, particularly those with expertise in construction-related sectors. The specific focus on the Bus Service Improvement Plan suggests an inclination towards businesses that can deliver comprehensive management solutions within public transport frameworks. While the procurement is well-suited for larger entities, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are also encouraged to engage, given the tender's suitability criteria. Businesses that can leverage experience in frameworks and possess the capability to align with NHS objectives will likely find this an advantageous venture for growth and expansion.

## Notice

NHS Shared Business Services Framework, Lot 2 (Project Management) for the Bus Service Improvement Plan programme Project Management, Programme Management and Cost Management Services are to be provided by Turner & Townsend for a total cost of PS206,110 excluding VAT in line with our fee proposal dated. 1st November 2025 to 31st December 2026

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55f3f6b5-3149-4a4b-bbc7-ae1c7a859627 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2025 - 31 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £206,110 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £206,110 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CITY OF YORK COUNCIL |
| Locality | YORK |
| Post town | York |
| Postcode | YO1 6GA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE21 York |
| Local authority | York |
| Electoral ward | Micklegate |
| Westminster constituency | York Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TURNER & TOWNSEND |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71500000 - Construction-related services

## Release History

- 22 Jun 2026 at 15:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55f3f6b5-3149-4a4b-bbc7-ae1c7a859627

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55f3f6b5-3149-4a4b-bbc7-ae1c7a859627
  22nd June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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