Rail Replacement Service - Bus and Coach Operators

Transport for Wales Rail Limited (Utility Buyer)

Published: Sep 16, 2026

Updated: Sep 16, 2026

Source: uk_fts

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the transport and logistics and security and defense sectors, with a focus on Urban Mobility, Logistics and Freight. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 71.6 million.

Published through UK FTS - Find a Tender Service, 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. This is an advance notice — the formal tender is expected to be published shortly. Interested parties can use this time to prepare documentation and identify potential partners.

Description

Transport for Wales Rail Limited (TfWRL) is planning the second opening of its Rail Replacement Services Open Framework. The framework supports the provision of rail replacement bus, coach and minibus services across Wales and cross-border routes operated by TfWRL. The framework also includes the provision of ad hoc passenger transport services where required. Following the successful launch of the framework earlier in 2026, TfWRL is seeking to re-engage with existing suppliers and engage potential new suppliers ahead of the second opening of the framework.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and was originally published on September 16, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: 087908-2026. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Transport for Wales Rail Limited (Utility Buyer)

Transport for Wales Rail Limited (Utility Buyer) has issued 61 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 5 currently open and 35 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Transport & Logistics, Information & Communication Technology, and Governance & Public Administration. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK FTS - Find a Tender Service. Most recent publication: September 16, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UK FTS - Find a Tender Service to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference 087908-2026 when communicating with the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Transport for Wales Rail Limited (Utility Buyer) in United Kingdom. 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.

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is £71,576,858 - £71,576,858. 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 United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.