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title: "NEX21/09 May Bus Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0299e4"
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current_stage: "Award"
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# NEX21/09 May Bus Services

Buyer: NEXUS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0299e4

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Nexus involves the operation of 'Registered Local Bus services' within the Tyne and Wear local authority areas. The title of the tender is "NEX21/09 May Bus Services," and it is classified under the industry category of road transport services. The procurement is currently in the active planning stage, with initial contracts expected to commence on 16 May 2021, lasting for 12 months, with a potential extension of an additional year. The preferred procurement method is an open procedure, allowing for a broad range of bids from interested parties.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in public transport services, particularly those with a focus on low-floor, easy-access vehicles that comply with Euro 5 emission standards. Companies that have experience in operating local bus services, particularly those capable of meeting the specific requirements regarding passenger capacity, would be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this contract could facilitate sustainable business growth and an expansion of service offerings in the public transport sector.

## Notice

The procurement of the operation of 'Registered Local Bus services' in the local authority areas of Tyne and Wear with effect from 16 May 2021. It is anticipated that subsequent contracts will be for a term of up to 12 months, with an option of extending each contract for up to 12 months should this be necessary. The contracts will be tendered on the basis of operating specified timetables. The vehicles required will be low floor, easy access, meeting a minimum of Euro 5 engine emission standards and meeting the requirements of the Disability Discrimination Acts with a minimum capacity of 23, 36 and 49 passengers depending on the route involved.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The procurement of the operation of 'Registered Local Bus services' in the local authority areas of Tyne and Wear with effect from 16 May 2021. It is anticipated that subsequent contracts will be for a term of up to 12 months, with an option of extending each contract for up to 12 months should this be necessary. The contracts will be tendered on the basis of operating specified timetables. The vehicles required will be low floor, easy access, meeting a minimum of Euro 5 engine emission standards and meeting the requirements of the Disability Discrimination Acts with a minimum capacity of 23, 36 and 49 passengers depending on the route involved.

Renewal: Can be extended by up to 12 months if requested by Nexus.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010235-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 May 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £529,245 |
| Lots value | £529,245 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NEXUS |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 4AX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60100000 - Road transport services

## Release History

- 11 May 2021 at 09:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010235-2021
- 9 Mar 2021 at 15:46 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004723-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nepo.org
- http://www.nexus.org.uk

## Provenance

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