---
title: "Tender for the Supply of Local Bus Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ec78"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DUNDEE CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-28"
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# Tender for the Supply of Local Bus Services

Buyer: DUNDEE CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ec78

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## Summary

Dundee City Council has awarded a contract for the supply of local bus services within the Dundee City area. The contract, identified by reference DCC/CD/181/25, is part of an open procedure and falls under the road transport services industry category. This procurement stage is complete, with the contract awarded to Xplore Dundee. The award decision was made on 28th April 2026, with the contract signed on 27th April 2026. The procurement covers services and includes options for extension dependent on budget approval. The council addressed quality criteria such as compliance, health and safety, and environment alongside pricing considerations during the tender process. This initiative is supported by factors such as community benefits and fair work practices.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the transportation services industry, particularly those experienced in municipal service contracts. Firms able to demonstrate strong compliance with safety, environmental standards, and community engagement have competitive advantages. The open procurement method allows large scale entities or consortia to participate, and the focus on community benefits aligns with businesses committed to corporate social responsibility. The location within Dundee City offers a regional focus and potential for growth within public sector transportation. The contract valued at £397,488 ensures a substantial investment in local service provision, offering extended collaborations if successful budgetary approvals are secured.

## Notice

Local Bus Services for Dundee City area

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of Local Bus Services to Dundee City. 3 options, all must be priced for. This procurement will only be awarded on agreement of annual budget. Additional information: This procurement exercise will only be awarded when annual budget has been finalised.

Renewal: 1 year plus 1 further year budget depending

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038294-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £134,000 |
| Lots value | £134,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £397,488 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DUNDEE CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DUNDEE |
| Post town | Dundee |
| Postcode | DD1 1QE |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM03 Angus and Dundee City |
| Local authority | Dundee City |
| Electoral ward | Maryfield |
| Westminster constituency | Dundee Central |
| Delivery location | TLM71 Angus and Dundee City |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | XPLORE DUNDEE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60100000 - Road transport services

## Release History

- 28 Apr 2026 at 08:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038294-2026
- 9 Jan 2026 at 13:35 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001873-2026
- 2 Dec 2025 at 08:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078713-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.dundeecity.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000817267
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00220

## Provenance

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