Find Tenders for Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Home to School Transport Bus Service

Description: Tameside Borough Council is looking to procure a coach and driver to transport children and young people (aged 11 - 16 years of age) with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) living within the boundaries of Tameside Borough who otherwise would be unable to access an educational setting, respite care or day care. A PSV bus will be required to collect the young person(s) from a bus stop along the advised route and will take them to their educational setting, returning them in the afternoon from the setting back to the bus stop.

Summary: Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council is inviting tenders for the provision of a 'Home to School Transport Bus Service', classified under special-purpose road passenger transport services. The objective of this procurement is to ensure safe transportation for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities within Tameside Borough, UK, covering both their journey to educational settings and back. This open tender process has a significant budget allocation, with bids to be submitted via the Chest e-tendering system. The enquiry period for the tender ceases on 23rd March 2026, while the tender period concludes on 30th March 2026. The approval of the contract is anticipated to be finalised by 8th June 2026, and services are slated to commence on 1st September 2026, extending until 31st July 2030.

Provision of Maeshowe Shuttle Bus Service

Description: Provision of Maeshowe Shuttle Bus Service

Summary: Historic Environment Scotland is inviting tenders for the provision of a shuttle bus service, titled "Provision of Maeshowe Shuttle Bus Service". This procurement falls under the services category, specifically the hire of buses and coaches with drivers, and is located in Orkney, Scotland. The tender is currently in the active stage, with submissions open until 30th March 2026 at 12:00 GMT. The contract, valued at £300,000, spans a period of 360 days with an option for renewal up to 24 months. The service requires the daily operation of a shuttle bus with qualified drivers between Stenness Visitor Centre and Tormiston Mill, except for specified dates during December 2026 and January 2027. Potential suppliers are encouraged to submit their bids electronically through the Public Contracts Scotland website.

London E-Scooter Trial Phase 3

Description: This is a competitive procurement for the award of a contract to up to two Operators in relation to the third phase of the Transport for London ("TfL") E-scooter Rental Trial (the "Trial"). The procurement is being conducted pursuant to the Procurement Act 2023. At the end of this procurement process, TfL may choose to award one or two contracts and enter into an Administration Agreement ("Agreement") with those Operators who submitted the most advantageous tenders in relation to performance of the e-scooter services required by the Trial. The Agreement sets out the terms that apply to an Operator in relation to the provision of e-scooter services in the Greater London Area and its obligations to a) TfL as the Administrator of the third phase of the Trial (read more...)

Summary: The procurement process for the London E-Scooter Trial Phase 3, managed by Transport for London (TfL) in collaboration with London Councils, is currently in the tender update stage. This procurement seeks to appoint up to two operators to provide e-scooter rental services across London. The tender is executed under an open procedure method, with a tender submission deadline set for 1st May 2026, while the enquiry period ends on 24th April 2026. This initiative falls under the services category with a special concession regime. The third phase of the trial is projected to begin by September 2026, and initial contracts will cover a two-year period, with the option for extension up to a total of four years. The procurement value is estimated to be £42.336 million gross, offering significant potential for the selected operators.

Framework Agreement for the Plant Hire & Hired Haulage

Description: Framework for the supply and hire of plant equipment for the use on civil engineering projects. Also for the hire of haulage for moving bulk items between sites. The lots are: Lot 1a - Hired Plant - Supplied with Operator. Lot 1b - Hired Plant - Supplied without Operator. Lot 1c - Hired Haulage

Summary: The City & County of Swansea is currently in the tender stage for its "Framework Agreement for the Plant Hire & Hired Haulage" procurement, focusing on hiring plant equipment and haulage services for civil engineering projects across the UK, specifically in the Swansea region. This procurement falls under the industry category of services with a CPV classification including the hire of construction machinery and vehicles. Key dates include the tender period ending on 24 March 2026, with contract awards anticipated to be finalised by 27 April 2026. Interested parties must submit their bids via the eTenderWales portal, and enquiries should be made by 17 March 2026. The framework agreement, covered by Welsh devolved regulations, aims to support the dynamic needs of civil engineering projects essential for regional development.

Provision of Maeshowe Shuttle Bus Service

Description: Provision of Maeshowe Shuttle Bus Service

Summary: Historic Environment Scotland has initiated a public procurement tender for the provision of a Maeshowe Shuttle Bus Service. This procurement falls within the industry category of tourism, heritage, conservation, and built environment services, and the shuttle bus will operate in the region of Stenness, Orkney. The tender process follows an open procedure allowing electronic submissions, ending by 30th March 2026 at noon. Key dates include the award period and bid opening which occur on the same day, signalling movement into the award stage thereafter. The total contract value is estimated at £300,000, with potential for contract extension of up to 24 months, providing services from Stenness Visitor Centre to Tormiston Mill daily, and extended hours during summer months.

London E-Scooter Trial Phase 3

Description: This is a competitive procurement for the award of a contract to up to two Operators in relation to the third phase of the Transport for London ("TfL") E-scooter Rental Trial (the "Trial"). The procurement is being conducted pursuant to the Procurement Act 2023. At the end of this procurement process, TfL may choose to award one or two contracts and enter into an Administration Agreement ("Agreement") with those Operators who submitted the most advantageous tenders in relation to performance of the e-scooter services required by the Trial. The Agreement sets out the terms that apply to an Operator in relation to the provision of e-scooter services in the Greater London Area and its obligations to a) TfL as the Administrator of the third phase of the Trial (read more...)

Summary: The procurement process for the London E-Scooter Trial Phase 3, managed by Transport for London (TfL) in collaboration with London Councils, is currently in the tender update stage. This procurement seeks to appoint up to two operators to provide e-scooter rental services across London. The tender is executed under an open procedure method, with a tender submission deadline set for 1st May 2026, while the enquiry period ends on 24th April 2026. This initiative falls under the services category with a special concession regime. The third phase of the trial is projected to begin by September 2026, and initial contracts will cover a two-year period, with the option for extension up to a total of four years. The procurement value is estimated to be £42.336 million gross, offering significant potential for the selected operators.

RE TENDER: Ceredigion - Public Minibus Saturday Service / AILDENDR: Ceredigion - Gwasanaeth Bws Mini Cyhoeddus Dydd Sadwrn

Description: Ceredigion County Council is re tendering to procure the introduction of a Saturday service on an existing bus route that currently operates Monday to Friday. This requirement follows an unsuccessful attempt to procure a Saturday service during the previous tender process. Contracts to commence on 20th of June 2026 until 31 August 2027 with an option to extend for a period of one year. The estimated value is between PS100,000 and PS115,000 for the full term of the contract including all extensions. Please note that the contract value provided within this notice represents an estimate prepared by the Council. It is issued for guidance only and does not constitute a fixed budget or an indication of the expected contract price. Bidders are expected to submit a competitive bid (read more...)

Summary: Cyngor Sir Ceredigion County Council is currently in the tender stage of procuring services for the introduction of a Saturday minibus service on an existing route operating Monday to Friday. This tender, under the open competition procurement method, is for services within the public road transport category in the region of Ceredigion, United Kingdom. The process invites electronic submissions with the enquiry period ending on 16 March 2026 and the tender submission deadline on 23 March 2026. Contracts are expected to commence on 20 June 2026 and can run until 31 August 2027, with an option for a one-year extension. The estimated contract value rounds between £100,000 and £115,000.

Preliminary Market Engagement Questionnaire - Floating Bridge (Chain Ferry) Cowes / East Cowes

Description: The Isle of Wight Council (the Council) has resolved to replace the current Cowes Floating Bridge 6 chain ferry, which serves the communities of Cowes and East Cowes with a new vessel that meets improved performance standards and reduces the financial subsidy provided from the council to the service. To help inform how the Council could tender for this project it has resolved to undertake a preliminary market engagement exercise. This UK2 Notice forms the first stage of that exercise and as such the Council is seeking insight from relevant marine related organisations. The dates set out to this notice are indicative for a design build phase to commissioning into service - but would be informed by the market.

Summary: The Isle of Wight Council is in the planning stage of a public procurement process aimed at replacing the current Cowes Floating Bridge chain ferry with a new, improved vessel. This procurement falls within the 'goods' and 'services' categories, and the project is located in the UKJ34 region, United Kingdom. The council has initiated a preliminary market engagement process to gather insights from marine-related organisations. Key dates include the questionnaire deadline set for 31st March 2026 and the contract period anticipated to start from 1st September 2026, running through to 30th September 2028.

Taxi Service for Vulnerable Clients

Description: The Council requires a framework of Providers to support the Councils in-house provision of transport services for eligible children and their escorts (to include looked after children or children with special education needs or behavioural considerations), and support for the provision of transport services for eligible adults and their escorts. The Council may require Passenger Escort Services. The Council may, on some occasions, require transport services for council services/departments that do not transport children

Summary: The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council is currently in the planning phase of a tender titled "Taxi Service for Vulnerable Clients," focused on providing transport services for both children and adults requiring special support. This procurement, which falls under the services category with CPV classification of taxi services, is set within the region of Bradford, United Kingdom and carries a gross value of £84,000,000. Key milestones include a scheduled market engagement event due on 10th March 2026, aiming to create a framework agreement for providers. Interested parties should note the upcoming communications, including a future notice set for 26th March 2026.

Cable Management System- Shore to Ship Power, Oban Base

Description: The contract scope covers the supply, delivery, installation support, commissioning, and maintenance of a shore-to-ship cable management system at Oban Base. This includes all associated equipment, software (if applicable), training for NLB and vessel crews, and ongoing support services. To view this notice, please click here: https://nlb.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1017117183

Summary: The Northern Lighthouse Board is initiating a procurement process for a Cable Management System at the Oban Base, focusing on shore-to-ship power. This tender is currently in the planning stage, as of 25 February 2026, with a milestone engagement due by 13 March 2026. Located in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, the Board is classified as a central government public authority. The contract involves supply, installation support, commissioning, and maintenance of the cable system, with delivery set within the UK. The estimated contract start date is 1 June 2026 and could extend until 28 February 2031, offering potential for renewal.