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title: "Small Electric Buses"
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# Small Electric Buses

Buyer: WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a3ed1900-fea2-4136-86b0-747ee2e55506

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Small Electric Buses" contract was managed by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, located at Wellington House, 40-50 Wellington Street, Leeds. The procurement falls under the industry category of minibuses, focusing on electric buses, with a CPV classification code of 34114400. The tender reached its award stage on 1st May 2026, following a tender period that ended on 30th September 2025. The contract commenced on 11th March 2026 and will conclude on 30th September 2027. The procurement method was designated as "Other," indicating a non-standard approach. Delivery locations include the United Kingdom and various international regions.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in the production or supply of electric buses and related goods. With a contract valued at £4,551,000, the project is suited for both small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). The supplier awarded this contract, Mellor Bus Limited, reflects the scale and capability required to meet the demands of this project. Businesses with expertise in sustainable transport solutions, particularly those focusing on electric vehicle technology, are well-positioned to leverage similar opportunities to enhance their market presence and drive growth.

## Notice

Small Electric Buses

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd1bccb1-db2f-4af3-81f1-a6c2d5fadc73 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 11 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,551,000 |
| 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 | WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS1 2DE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MELLOR BUS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34114400 - Minibuses
- 34121000 - Buses and coaches
- 34144910 - Electric buses

## Release History

- 1 May 2026 at 13:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd1bccb1-db2f-4af3-81f1-a6c2d5fadc73

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd1bccb1-db2f-4af3-81f1-a6c2d5fadc73
  1st May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=97837&B=UK
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/103257
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- https://www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk

## Provenance

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