UKRI-5300 BAS - Provision of DriX USV Operation services

Description: UKRI is seeking to appoint a supplier to provide operation services of the DriX USV for the British Antarctic Survey.

Summary: UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority, is actively seeking suppliers for the provision of DriX Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) operation services for the British Antarctic Survey. This tender falls under the 'services' category, specifically "Pilot services" in the CPV classification, and is located in Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom. Currently in the Tender stage of procurement, this process follows an open procedure with interested parties invited to register by 13th January 2026, with tender documents accessible via UKRI's eSourcing platform. The enquiry period ends on 30th December 2025, and the contract is expected to be awarded by 27th January 2026.

BSIP Consultancy Support

Description: York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority (YNYCA) is procuring consultancy support to help produce the new Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP) for York and North Yorkshire, as part of the Combined Authority's duties as a Local Transport Authority. While this work will build on the existing BSIPs produced by the City of York Council (CYC) and North Yorkshire Council (NYC), it should set out a path to deliver the Mayor's ambition to significantly improve the quality of bus services across the YNYCA area. As part of this work we will also require the consultants to set out a detailed plan for how the current Enhanced Partnerships (EPs), which CYC and NYC have in place, could be replaced by a new YNYCA-wide EP. All tender documentation can be found (read more...)

Summary: The York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority is conducting a tender process to procure consultancy support aimed at developing a new Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP) for the York and North Yorkshire area. This public procurement opportunity falls under the transport services industry category, with the main procurement category identified as services. The process is currently at the tender stage, and stakeholders can submit enquiries until 6th January 2026, with the final submission deadline being 13th January 2026. The procurement method is open competition, and the tender documents can be accessed via the Yortender portal using reference number 105901. The consultancy work will build on existing BSIPs, with a focus on enhancing bus services quality across the region.

Tender for the supply of School Bus Services

Description: Tender for the supply of School Bus Services. This will only be awarded on approval of budget.

Summary: Dundee City Council has issued an open tender for the provision of School Bus Services, classified under Road Transport Services, with a value of £147,000. This tender is located in Dundee City and falls within the Community Benefits requirement, promising a benefit for every £100,000 spent. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with electronic submissions accepted until 12 January 2026. Interested suppliers must ensure their responses are submitted before the closing deadline to allow adequate time for electronic submission. The contract period is 330 days with an option to renew for one or two years, subject to budget approval.

Tender for the Supply of Local Bus Services

Description: Local Bus Services for Dundee City area

Summary: Dundee City Council is soliciting bids for the 'Tender for the Supply of Local Bus Services' within the Dundee City area. This procurement is in the services category under the CPV classification for road transport services. It is currently in the tender stage, with electronic submissions to be made via an open procedure. Interested parties should submit their bids by the 12th of January 2026, with the bidding process being finalised at noon. The contract period spans 360 days, with the possibility of renewal for an additional year based on budget approval. The procurement process emphasizes the importance of compliance with regulations and community benefits, stipulating one community benefit per £100,000 spent.

Tender for the Supply of Local Bus Services

Description: Local Bus Services for Dundee City area

Summary: See notice for full details.

Tender for the supply of School Bus Services

Description: Tender for the supply of School Bus Services. This will only be awarded on approval of budget.

Summary: See notice for full details.

AT1454 - Provision of Passenger transport Services

Description: The Council offers travel assistance for SEN Children and Vulnerable Adults between home and school/day care where the social care provision for that individual allows for it. Under the Light Touch regime, an Approved Provider List is being set up to have a pool for vehicles and drivers to assist us with routes. The purpose of the Routes are to transport eligible individuals to and from their chosen destination safely and on time or at a time to suit the needs of the service requirements. This Must be in a provision that is clean, correctly maintained, appropriate to user needs and driven by courteous and respectful drivers who can attend to their specific needs, supported when required by passenger assistants. This Service delivers our statutory requirement to its (read more...)

Summary: Luton Council, a sub-central government public authority based in Luton, UK, is overseeing the procurement process for the "AT1454 - Provision of Passenger Transport Services". This tender falls under the services category, specifically focusing on special-purpose road passenger-transport services and the hire of passenger transport vehicles with drivers. The procurement is in the Tender stage with an open procedure and forms part of a light touch regime. Key dates include the tender period ending on 6 January 2026, an enquiry period concluding on 19 December 2025, and an award period slated to end on 2 March 2026. The procurement process also involves establishing an Approved Provider List to ensure transportation services for SEN children and vulnerable adults across various locations in the UK, with a total value of £95,350,533.

Framework Agreement for Ad-Hoc Minibus and Coach Hire

Description: North Lanarkshire Council (the "Council") requires the provision of passenger transport services to supplement its existing arrangements managed by Strathclyde Passenger Transport (SPT) for school pupil transport (drop-offs and pickups before and after the school day), and transport for pupils with Additional Support Needs (ASN). To enable the delivery of critical / key service provision, the council intends to establish a multi-lot, multi-supplier framework agreement for minibus and coach hire services to provide ad-hoc passenger journeys, primarily for educational purposes but available for use by other Council departments. Transport required via the framework agreement will be used for a variety of purposes, including (but not limited to) one-off day trips, educational visits, cultural excursions and short-term block bookings such as swimming lessons, sports training etc. the framework agreement (read more...)

Summary: North Lanarkshire Council is seeking to establish a framework agreement for the hire of minibuses and coaches with drivers to enhance its passenger transport services, especially for educational purposes and departmental use. This initiative is managed by Strathclyde Passenger Transport and aims to support school pupil transport, including those with Additional Support Needs. The agreement, titled "Framework Agreement for Ad-Hoc Minibus and Coach Hire," is classified under the industry category of services, specifically focusing on the hire of transport vehicles. The procurement process, currently at the tender stage, follows an open procedure and accommodates multiple lots and suppliers. Recently, the deadline for tender submissions was extended to 10 December 2025 to encourage broader participation. The location for service delivery is within the UKM84 region.

Fleetwood to Knott End Ferry Service

Description: Tenders are being invited from Operators on the basis that the Contract will be for a period of 3 years with the option of a 2-year extension, commencing on 12 April 2026. The successful Operator will enter into a Lease of the Ferry Dock (including buildings) and Knott End slipway defined in the Contract to assist in the performance of the Ferry Service. The contract is to provide an annual passenger ferry service between Fleetwood and Knott End. The service is classed as Inland waters - Category C - Tidal river, estuary where the significant wave height could not be expected to exceed 1.2m at any time. It is subject to tidal restrictions which may reduce the number of sailings possible. The Service will operate at least once (read more...)

Summary: Wyre Borough Council is currently in the tender stage for a public procurement opportunity titled "Fleetwood to Knott End Ferry Service," focusing on transport services within the UKD4 region in the United Kingdom. This contract, categorised under services, is valued at £1,000,000 and involves providing an annual passenger ferry service classified as inland waters (Category C - Tidal river, estuary). The contract begins on 12 April 2026 and spans three years with an option for a two-year extension. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 19 January 2026, following an open procurement procedure. The opportunity includes leasing facilities such as the ferry dock and slipway as part of the service operation.

Bus Depot Electrification Programme (Tranche 5+)

Description: This requirement covers the procurement of a suitable contracting partner for the next tranche (Tranche 5) of electrical infrastructure requirements for TfGM Bus Depot Electrification Programme. TfGM are exploring options to procure a contracting partner to develop and deliver suitable proposals and infrastructure, for Tranche 5 (and potentially Tranche 6) of the Bus Depot Electrification Programme. Currently the design is at RIBA Stage 2 and the intention will be for the appointed contractor to progress this further to detailed design (RIBA Stage 4) through to future construction. Tranche 5 of the TfGM Bus Depot Electrification Programme includes Wigan and Wythenshawe. Tranche 6 projects are yet to be confirmed but is likely to include a number of additional depots of a similar size. This is the initial Procurement Notice (read more...)

Summary: Transport for Greater Manchester has initiated the planning stage for the "Bus Depot Electrification Programme (Tranche 5+)", a significant public procurement project aimed at enhancing the electrical infrastructure at bus depots in Wigan and Wythenshawe, and potentially additional sites under Tranche 6. This project falls under the industry category of works, with additional services, specifically related to electric buses and high voltage installation work. The procurement method is open and will use a competitive flexible procedure. The anticipated deadlines are set with a tender period ending on 30th June 2026, followed by an award period concluding on 17th July 2026. The contract period is slated to start on 31st July 2026 and potentially extend until 14th December 2030, subject to renewal to address possible programme delays. This project has a gross value of £72,000,000, offering significant business opportunities.