---
title: "Contract for the Provision of Local Bus Services (PT 26-28) Lots 1 - 2"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06bc19"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA"
published: "2026-06-24"
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# Contract for the Provision of Local Bus Services (PT 26-28) Lots 1 - 2

Buyer: CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06bc19

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## Summary

The City & County of Swansea has initiated a tender process under the procurement method of open procedure, inviting bids for the "Contract for the Provision of Local Bus Services (PT 26-28) Lots 1 – 2". The tender is categorised under transport services with the procurement process currently at the tender stage. Key dates include the tender period ending on 30th July 2026, the enquiry period closing on 23rd July 2026, and the award expected by 25th August 2026. The contracts, set to commence on 7th September 2026, will deliver services within the UK region of Swansea and have the potential for a twelve-month extension beyond the initial contract period ending in September 2028.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in transport services, particularly those experienced in bus service provision. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the procurement process's suitability criteria. The tender process allows for fair competition as it prioritises both quality and pricing, with a weighted emphasis on pricing. Companies with a strong presence or interest in the UK transport sector, and those capable of meeting the service specifications detailed in the tender documents, would be well-suited to compete for this valuable business growth opportunity facilitated through the eTenderWales portal.

## Notice

Swansea Council are seeking Local Bus Services for Lots 1 & 2 which make up routes found within the Specification of Service documents. Swansea Council will be using the eTenderWales portal and the tender documents can be found under itt_125523 - Contract for the Provision of Local Bus Services (PT 26-28) Lots 1 - 2

### Lot Information

Service 26 & 142

Provision of Service 26 & 142

Renewal: Up to 12 month extension

Service 53 & 54

Description: Service 53 & 54

Renewal: Option to extend for up to 12 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059391-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 6 Sep 2026 - 6 Sep 2028 |
| Recurrence | 2029-06-01 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £463,000 |
| Lots value | £463,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA |
| Locality | SWANSEA |
| Post town | Swansea |
| Postcode | SA1 3SN |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL43 Swansea |
| Local authority | Swansea |
| Electoral ward | Waterfront |
| Westminster constituency | Swansea West |
| Delivery location | TLL18 Swansea |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 24 Jun 2026 at 11:47 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059391-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059391-2026
  24th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk
- http://www.swansea.gov.uk/dobusiness
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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