--- title: "Secured Bus Services - Scholar and Miscellaneous - Sept 2026" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0679a0" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0679a0" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0679a0.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0679a0.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "TYNE AND WEAR PASSENGER TRANSPORT EXECUTIVE T/A NEXUS" published: "2026-07-03" --- # Secured Bus Services - Scholar and Miscellaneous - Sept 2026 Buyer: TYNE AND WEAR PASSENGER TRANSPORT EXECUTIVE T/A NEXUS Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0679a0 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0679a0) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0679a0.json) ## Summary The procurement process for the "Secured Bus Services - Scholar and Miscellaneous - Sept 2026" was conducted by the Tyne and Wear Passenger Transport Executive, operating as Nexus. Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, this public undertaking aimed to secure bus services for local scholar routes and other miscellaneous operations in the region categorized under public road transport services. The procurement process followed an open competitive flexible procedure, with the tender period concluding on 11 May 2026 and the contract award period ending on 1 June 2026. The main procurement category was services, specifically within the utilities special regime. This tender presents significant business opportunities, particularly for public road transport service providers aiming to expand their operations within the UKC region. With 86 lots up for award, companies like bus operators and logistics providers, especially SMEs, can leverage the competitive bidding structure to contribute their services. The contract offers the potential for growth due to its duration until 29 August 2027, with an optional extension of up to 12 additional months, positioning successful bidders for long-term involvement in a critical public undertaking project. ## Notice Secured Bus service for Tyne and Wear, including Scholar routes and Miscellaneous workings. There are 86 lots, as set out in the ITT associated documentation. This is a replacement Contract Award Notice previously published on the 11th June 2026 ### Lot Information Contract 1074 (Board BD01) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1075 (Board BD04) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1076 (Board BD15) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1077 (Board BD19) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1078 (Board BD20) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1079 (Board BD21) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1080 (Board BD24) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1081 (Board BD25) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1082 (Board BD28X) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1083 (Board BD29) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1084 (Board BD34X) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1085 (Board BD37X) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1086 (Board BD38) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1087 (Board BD40) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1088 (Board BL23) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1089 (Board GD02) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1090 (Board GD03X) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1091 (Board GD04) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1092 (Board GD05) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1093 (Board GD06) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1094 (Board GD07) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1095 (Board GD09) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1096 (Board GD13) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1097 (Board GD15) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1098 (Board GD17) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1099 (Board GD18) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1100 (Board GD19) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1101 (Board GD20) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1102 (Board GD21) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1103 (Board GD22) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1104 (Board GD23) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1105 (Board GD24) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1106 (Board GD25X) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1107 (Board GD26) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1108 (Board GD28) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1109 (Board GD30) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1110 (Board GD32) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1111 (Board GD33) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1112 (Board GD35) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1113 (Board GD39) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1114 (Board GD42X) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1115 (Board GD43) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1116 (Board GD44) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1117 (Board GL04) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1118 (Board GL05) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1119 (Board GL08X) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1120 (Board GL09) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1121 (BoardND02) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1122 (Board ND08) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1123 (Board ND09) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1124 (Board ND10) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1125 (Board ND13) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1126 (Board ND16) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1127 (Board ND17) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1128 (Board ND22) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1129 (Board ND23) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1130 (Board ND25) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1131 (Board ND26) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1132 (Board ND29) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1133 (Board ND33) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1134 (Board ND41) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1135 (Board NL40) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1136 (Board SD02) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1137 (Board SD03) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1138 (Board SD10) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1139 (Board SD11) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1140 (Board SD13) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1141 (Board SD14) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1142 (Board SD16) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1143 (Board SD18) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1144 (Board SD25) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1145 (Board SD31) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1146 (Board SL20) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1147 (Board TD04) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1148 (Board TD05) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1149 (Board TD06) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1150 (Board TD07) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1151 (Board TD08) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1152 (Board TD10) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1153 (Board TD11) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1154 (Board TD12) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1155 (Board TD13) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1156 (Board TD15) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1157 (Board TD16) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1158 (Board TD17) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. Contract 1159 (Board TL05X) Renewal: Up to 12 months as per the terms and conditions. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062643-2026 | | Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large, SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 11 May 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 10 Jun 2026 | | Contract period | 30 Aug 2026 - 29 Aug 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £5,721,290 | | Lots value | £5,721,290 | | Awards value | £5,827,315 | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Pending | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | TYNE AND WEAR PASSENGER TRANSPORT EXECUTIVE T/A NEXUS | | Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE | | Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Postcode | NE4 5DE | | 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 | Arthur's Hill | | Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 8 | | Supplier names | ARRIVA DURHAM COUNTY; BUSWAYS TRAVEL SERVICES; DM MOTOR SERVICES; GO NORTH EAST; JIM HUGHES COACHES; L & G COACHES; NORTHSTAR CONSTELLATION; STANLEY TRAVEL (NORTH EAST | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ### Codes - 34121100 - Public-service buses - 60112000 - Public road transport services ## Release History - 3 Jul 2026 at 09:19 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062643-2026 - 11 Jun 2026 at 16:03 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055435-2026 - 28 Apr 2026 at 16:04 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038829-2026 - 9 Apr 2026 at 14:14 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032516-2026 - 31 Mar 2026 at 14:27 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029853-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062643-2026 3rd July 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055435-2026 11th June 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038829-2026 28th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032516-2026 9th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029853-2026 31st March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://dmmotorservices.com - http://northstarbus.co.uk - http://www.arrivabus.co.uk - http://www.gonortheast.co.uk - http://www.jhcoaches.com - http://www.lgcoaches.com - http://www.stagecoachbus.com - http://www.stanley-travel.com - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.open-uk.org/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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