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Rail Replacement Service - Bus and Coach Operators

Description: Transport for Wales Rail (TfWRL) are in-housing the co-ordination and management of Rail Replacement Service (RRS) across Wales and Border routes operated by TfWRL within Wales and between Wales and England. Or any such route operated by TfW as may arise in future. This means that all pre-planned and emergency rail replacement services currently provided by coach and bus operators through an aggregator agreement, will be contracted for as services, directly by TfWRL. This procurement also includes the requirement for adhoc travel services to be commissioned via this framework as they arise. Based upon 24/25 Financial year data, approximately 6,000 emergency duties and 21,000 planned duties were delivered by circa 135 different operators. It is currently intended the Open Framework will run for the maximum 8 year term.

Summary: Transport for Wales Rail Limited (TfWRL) is actively managing a procurement process for a Rail Replacement Service encompassing bus and coach operators across Wales and border routes with England. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with a public undertaking to manage pre-planned and emergency rail replacement services. The framework will be active until 2034, covering regions UKL, UKF, UKH, UKI, UKC, UKD, UKJ, UKK, UKG, and UKE in the United Kingdom. Key upcoming dates include the tender closure on 10 June 2026 and the completion of the award process by 16 July 2026.

Security Services

Description: Planned and reactive security services across the Network. The current remit includes office locations, Anti-social behaviour and counter terrorism patrols, Event support , Engineering unit Stabling security, Depot security and patrols, graffiti patrols.

Summary: Transport for Wales Rail Limited is in the planning stage of a procurement process for security services, as outlined in a pipeline notice published on 22nd May 2026. The tender, titled "Security Services," covers both planned and reactive security measures across the network, including office locations, anti-social behaviour and counter-terrorism patrols, event support, engineering unit stabling security, depot security and patrols, and graffiti patrols. This procurement is categorised under the services industry and is set to take place in the UK region, with a specific focus on Wales. The contract period is planned from 1st March 2027 to 1st March 2031, with an estimated gross value of £6,000,000. A future notice is expected by 31st July 2026.

Crowd Management Services

Description: The Supplier will assist in the planning, management and development of all crowd management responsibilities that are undertaken across the entire railway network as well as customer service. This can range from large scale major events to any miscellaneous activities that require a crowd management or customer service presence (e.g major disruptive engineering work, passenger assist, support during lift outages, disruption of any type).

Summary: Transport for Wales Rail Limited, a utility buyer operating under Welsh devolved regulations, is planning a procurement titled "Crowd Management Services" aimed at enhancing crowd management and customer service across its railway network. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with a future notice date set for 31 July 2026, indicating a forthcoming opportunity. This procurement falls under the services category and will cover areas such as security services, public security, janitorial services, event management, and non-scheduled passenger transport. The contract period is planned from 31 January 2027 to 31 January 2031, with a project budget grossing £4.8 million. The entire procurement is anticipated to benefit from an engagement at locations within the UK, particularly the region of Pontypridd, Wales.

Project Management Organisation (PMO) Framework 2

Description: For the Provision to TfW of Project Management and Cost Consultancy Support

Summary: The procurement process is initiated by Transport for Wales, a public authority under sub-central government regulations, with a planned Project Management Organisation (PMO) Framework 2. The procurement is categorised under project management consultancy services within the services industry, targeted at the United Kingdom, specifically in the UKL region. The planning stage commenced on 22nd May 2026, and the procurement follows Welsh devolved regulations. The process aims to acquire project management and cost consultancy support, with a significant budget value of £12,000,000 gross. The procurement timeline includes a future notice date set for 30th April 2027, and the contract is planned to start on 3rd October 2027, running until 1st October 2031.

Revenue Management System

Description: For the provisions of a new revenue management system and the associated services.

Summary: Transport for Wales is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "Revenue Management System," which falls under the software package and information systems industry category. This procurement is aimed at acquiring a new revenue management system along with associated services. Based in Pontypridd, United Kingdom, Transport for Wales operates under Welsh devolved regulations. The procurement is planned to have significant strategic dates, such as the future notice date on 30th October 2026. The contract period is anticipated to start on 31st October 2027 and conclude on 30th October 2032. The total estimated value of the contract is £3,840,000, with the net amount being £3,200,000, indicating a major investment in digital infrastructure over a five-year period.

Video Consultation Platform

Description: The video consultation platform enables the clinician to conduct live one-to-one and group (e.g. up to 250-300 people) video calls that can be ad hoc or scheduled in advance with the patient. The platform allows the patient to have a clinical discussion and review from the comfort of their own home or at any location or via any device that has an internet connection (e.g. mobile phone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer). Please see full tender specification via eTenderWales; Link - https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/home.html ITT Reference - ITT_124850

Summary: Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, together with the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, is currently in the tender stage for procuring a Video Consultation Platform. This procurement aims to provide an IT service enabling clinicians to conduct live video consultations with patients remotely. The process is being led by the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, based in Cardiff, United Kingdom (UKL22). The procedure is open and falls under the services category, specifically information technology services. Interested businesses should note the procurement timeline, with submissions closing on 22nd June 2026, and inquiries being accepted until 15th June 2026.

Bus Decarbonisation - Fleet Analysis Modelling System

Description: Transport for Wales (TfW) is seeking to procure an off-the-shelf Bus Fleet Analysis Modelling System to support the decarbonisation of bus services across Wales. The system will enable in-house modelling and analysis of zero-emission bus deployment, including operational performance, fleet requirements, energy consumption, infrastructure needs, and total cost of ownership under different transition scenarios. The contract will include: - Provision of a minimum of five user licences for the software system - Initial training to enable TfW staff to effectively utilise the system - Optional ongoing support services The solution must be an existing, market-ready product capable of rapid mobilisation, with implementation and training required within a defined timeframe. TfW is seeking a supplier that can provide a robust, user-friendly solution that supports strategic planning, business case development, (read more...)

Summary: Transport for Wales (TfW) has initiated an open tender process for the procurement of a "Bus Decarbonisation - Fleet Analysis Modelling System" aimed at advancing the decarbonisation of bus services across Wales. The tender, currently in the active stage, involves services within the industry category of IT services such as consulting, software development, and internet support. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 12:00 PM on 23rd June 2026, with all queries to be raised by 12:00 PM on 15th June 2026. This initiative, located in the United Kingdom, specifically Wales, requires a rapid implementation of an off-the-shelf software solution and involves a contract period starting on 3rd August 2026, with the potential for renewal. The procurement method employed by TfW is a below-threshold open competition, suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

RA358273 - Stakeholder Insight

Description: Please find the request for a quote and terms and conditions attached. 1. Agree to the terms and conditions and send your acceptance by email to Caitlyn Murphy caitlyn.murphy@wales.nhs.uk 2. Submit your quote on Multiquote with a clear method statement and proforma invoice as an attachment. No quotes through email are accepted - To access this competition: login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity RA358273. Not registered on MultiQuote - visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote RA358273 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Summary: The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP) is currently in the tender stage of the procurement process for the "RA358273 - Stakeholder Insight" project, which falls under the industry category of business services including law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing, and security. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender is applicable for locations including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, and other regions globally. The tender, published on 22nd May 2026, has a closing date of 1st June 2026 at 12:00 PM, with the contract commencing on the 2nd June 2026 and ending later that day at 11:59 PM.

Provision of Passenger Transport Services

Description: Provision of Passenger Transport Services to RCT Council

Summary: The procurement process currently in the planning stage is initiated by Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council (CBC), located in Pontypridd, United Kingdom. The tender, titled "Provision of Passenger Transport Services," falls under the services category, specifically focusing on public road transport, taxi, and non-scheduled passenger transport services. The procurement method is open, and a significant total contract value of £140 million (gross £168 million) is planned. The procurement is expected to commence from 5th January 2028 and run until 30th April 2036, with a future notice anticipated by 1st April 2027. This procurement will be governed under Welsh devolved regulations as a sub-central government public authority.

TfW North - South Wales Coach Service (Bangor to Carmarthen)

Description: The Welsh Government and Transport for Wales share a clear ambition to deliver a more accessible, efficient and sustainable transport network. Along the west coast of Wales, this includes improving public transport connectivity and encouraging a shift away from car dependency, in line with the National Transport Delivery Plan and Regional Transport Plans. A WelTAG Stage 3 study identified an express coach service between Bangor and Carmarthen as the most effective intervention to support these objectives. By reducing the number of stops, improving journey times, and enhancing onboard quality, the service is intended to attract longer-distance passengers including students, tourists, and local residents, while also strengthening connections with the rail network between Bangor and Carmarthen. The proposed service will deliver an improvement in connectivity in Wales and the (read more...)

Summary: Transport for Wales is progressing with the planning stage of a significant public procurement process titled "TfW North – South Wales Coach Service (Bangor to Carmarthen)." This project aims to establish an express coach service stretching from Bangor to Carmarthen, enhancing transport connectivity along Wales' west coast. The procurement process is currently in the planning phase, with a preliminary market engagement scheduled to gauge market interest and operator capabilities. Interested parties are encouraged to express their interest by completing a form by 17:00 on 8th June 2026. This project falls under the industry category of public road transport services, and it covers the UKL region, primarily targeting improvements in accessibility, efficiency, and sustainability in alignment with existing transport plans.