--- title: "DEFRA Funding - Black Country Bus Upgrades" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e969928f-b143-4f25-808d-0d9067aaca96" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e969928f-b143-4f25-808d-0d9067aaca96" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e969928f-b143-4f25-808d-0d9067aaca96.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e969928f-b143-4f25-808d-0d9067aaca96.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY" published: "2019-01-15" --- # DEFRA Funding - Black Country Bus Upgrades Buyer: WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e969928f-b143-4f25-808d-0d9067aaca96 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e969928f-b143-4f25-808d-0d9067aaca96) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e969928f-b143-4f25-808d-0d9067aaca96.json) ## Summary The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) is currently conducting a tender for the "DEFRA Funding - Black Country Bus Upgrades" project. This initiative is aimed at reducing roadside concentrations of nitrogen dioxide in Dudley and Wolverhampton by promoting the use of cleaner buses. The procurement, classified under public-service buses, is in the active stage of seeking Expressions of Interest, with a submission deadline set for 31st January 2019 at 17:00. The successful operators are expected to be notified by 13th February 2019, with the programme completion date intended for 31st December 2019. The procurement method is an open procedure, allowing for a broad range of applicants. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on transport services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) interested in sustainable transport solutions. Companies involved in the provision of bus services or those developing accredited technologies to reduce emissions are particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in this project not only provides financial support but also aligns with long-term commitments towards clean growth and environmental sustainability within the West Midlands region. ## Notice The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) has secured PS3,197,000 from the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) to reduce roadside concentrations of NO2, in the areas of Dudley and Wolverhampton, West Midlands. The objectives of the fund are: - To reduce roadside concentrations of NO2, from buses, particularly in those areas of Dudley and Wolverhampton exceeding statutory limit values - To promote a shift to cleaner buses and Accredited Technologies - Where possible, to support our wider long term commitments on clean growth. The approved projects will aim to reduce emissions of nitrogen dioxides (NO2) from buses operating in areas exceeding statutory limit values for NO2, through modifications using Accredited Technology and / or bus vehicle replacement. The WMCA is seeking Expressions of Interest from local bus operators to participate in the programme and access the PS3,197,000 fund. Expressions of interest are required by 1700 on 31st January 2019 by responding to the 7 points in the Technical Envelope of pqq_99 in BravoSolution. In order to access the documents and express your interest please do so through BravoSolution, the WMCA's e-tendering portal (https://wmca.bravosolution.co.uk). The pqq reference is pqq_99. The WMCA may request further information or clarifications on the Expressions of Interest submitted and is aiming to notify the successful operator/s by 13th February 2019. The WMCA will protect the wider project deliverables and funding through a grant agreement the operator will be required to sign. Successful operators will be expected to deliver their programme by 31st December 2019. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8bbe192e-1427-4c2a-b652-f585a3dcfcd2 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 15 Jan 2019 | | Submission deadline | 31 Jan 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 13 Feb 2019 - 31 Dec 2019 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY | | Locality | BIRMINGHAM | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B19 3SD | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Newtown | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation ### Codes - 34121100 - Public-service buses ## Release History - 15 Jan 2019 at 15:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8bbe192e-1427-4c2a-b652-f585a3dcfcd2 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8bbe192e-1427-4c2a-b652-f585a3dcfcd2 15th January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://wmca.bravosolution.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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