---
title: "Local Bus Service Route - Link Bus, Nottinghamshire"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069e6c"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "EAST MIDLANDS COMBINED COUNTY AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-05-21"
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# Local Bus Service Route - Link Bus, Nottinghamshire

Buyer: EAST MIDLANDS COMBINED COUNTY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069e6c

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Local Bus Service Route - Link Bus, Nottinghamshire," is currently in the planning stage and is managed by the East Midlands Combined County Authority. This planned procurement, published on 21st May 2026, seeks a transport operator to deliver public road transport services in Nottinghamshire. The procurement falls under the services category and uses a selective, competitive flexible procedure. Key dates include a future notice expected on 1st August 2026, with the contract period intended to begin on 1st February 2027 and end on 31st January 2030. The procurement process foresees a gross value of £3,000,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for transport operators, particularly those specialising in public road transport services, to expand their service offerings within the East Midlands region. Businesses with capabilities to operate local bus services, especially those adaptable to flexible procurement procedures, would find this tender well-suited to their growth strategies. The procurement method favours competitive engagement, making it ideal for firms looking to establish a foothold or strengthen their presence in the public transport sector. With a substantial budget and potential for contract renewal, participating businesses can secure long-term service contracts, enhancing business stability and market position.

## Notice

Contracting of a transport operator to deliver a local bus service for Link Bus route in Nottinghamshire

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046775-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Aug 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2027 - 31 Jan 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST MIDLANDS COMBINED COUNTY AUTHORITY |
| Locality | CHESTERFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S40 1UT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF12 East Derbyshire |
| Local authority | Chesterfield |
| Electoral ward | Spire |
| Westminster constituency | Chesterfield |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60112000 - Public road transport services

## Release History

- 21 May 2026 at 08:19 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046775-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046775-2026
  21st May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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