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Concession of tourist train operation service for the Autonomous City of Melilla

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Original title: Concesión de servicio de explotación de tren turístico para la Ciudad Autónoma de Melilla

Patronato de Turismo de Melilla

Published: Jul 31, 2026

Updated: Jul 31, 2026

Source: TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU)

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the transport and logistics sector, with a focus on Road Transport. Located in Spain, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of EUR 3. Proposals must be submitted before September 1, 2026.

Published through TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU), a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the transport and logistics sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

Original language: Spanish

This tender, originating from Spain and sourced via TED, concerns the concession of a service for the operation of a tourist train within the Autonomous City of Melilla. The contracting authority is seeking a private operator to manage and run a tourist train service. This is a service concession contract, meaning the selected bidder will operate the service, likely generating revenue from it, while adhering to the terms set by the authority. Typical requirements for such a concession would include a detailed operational plan, proposed investment in rolling stock and infrastructure (if applicable), marketing and promotion strategies, customer service standards, safety protocols, and proposed financial terms (e.g., concession fees, revenue sharing). Bidders are expected to demonstrate financial capacity, operational expertise in tourism or transport services, and a clear understanding of the local tourism market. Compliance with Spanish regulations governing concessions and public transport will be necessary. The goal is to enhance Melilla's tourist offerings.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) and was originally published on July 31, 2026. Last refreshed today. Original language: Spanish. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Patronato de Turismo de Melilla

Patronato de Turismo de Melilla has issued 6 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 1 currently open and 1 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in General Supplies & Services, Governance & Public Administration, and Culture, Heritage & Tourism. All notices are published for Spain. Notices are distributed via PLACSP - Plataforma de Contratación del Sector Público and TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU). Most recent publication: July 31, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is €3 - €3. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Spain. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is September 1, 2026. You have 33 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Patronato de Turismo de Melilla in Spain. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the Transport & Logistics sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.