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title: "Bus Emergency Tender - R318"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b6b5393c-3615-4b8f-a7af-63db6d76e760"
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current_stage: "Tender"
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published: "2021-10-12"
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# Bus Emergency Tender - R318

Buyer: MERSEYTRAVEL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b6b5393c-3615-4b8f-a7af-63db6d76e760

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## Summary

Merseytravel has initiated an open tender process for the "Bus Emergency Tender - R318" to secure contracts for subsidised bus services. This procurement falls under the transport services category and is based in Liverpool, England. The tender is currently active and comprises 12 lots, with a total value of approximately £1.8 million. The tender period will close on 27 October 2021, and the contract is scheduled to commence on 5 December 2021, lasting until 4 December 2024.

This opportunity presents significant potential for local SMEs and transport service providers looking to expand their business. Companies specialising in public transport and those capable of managing subsidised bus services would be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in this tender could enhance their portfolio and establish long-term relationships with local authorities while contributing to community transport solutions.

## Notice

Provision of subsidised bus services contracts with a start date of 05/12/21.This tender has 12 Lots. Lot 1 - T5200 Lot 2 - T5201 Lot 3 - T5202 Lot 4 - T5203 Lot 5 - T5204 Lot 6 - T5205 Lot 7 - T5206 Lot 8 - T5207 Lot 9 - T5208 Lot 10 - T5209 Lot 11 - T5210 Lot 12 - T5211

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc4e8393-1b40-4e63-8826-6b866def2e2a |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 5 Dec 2021 - 4 Dec 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,800,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MERSEYTRAVEL |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 1BP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | Waterfront South |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 12 Oct 2021 at 14:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc4e8393-1b40-4e63-8826-6b866def2e2a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc4e8393-1b40-4e63-8826-6b866def2e2a
  12th October 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=9f62c362-642b-ec11-810e-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.merseytravel.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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