Tenders/University Bus Service

University Bus Service

Royal Holloway and Bedford New College
Published: Jun 13, 2026
Updated: Jun 24, 2026
Source: uk_fts

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the transport and logistics sector, with a focus on Rail Transport. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

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. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

The University is looking to appoint one (1) supplier to deliver a pay-to-use, low-emission bus service providing reliable transport for staff and students travelling to and from the Egham campus. The contract shall commence on 1 September 2026, with full services commencing on the start of each autumn term, (21 September 2026 for Year 1). The initial contract term will be three (3) years, with two (2) optional twelve (12) month extensions to 2031. The service will support the University’s aims to reduce car use, improve air quality, enhance community safety, and provide additional capacity during peak times and major University events. The supplier will be expected to demonstrate strong customer service, reliable performance, and a commitment to continuous improvement aligned with the University’s sustainability and carbon-reduction goals.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and was originally published on June 13, 2026. Last refreshed 1 day ago. Reference: 055945-2026. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Royal Holloway and Bedford New College

Royal Holloway and Bedford New College has issued 58 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 2 currently open and 54 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Information & Communication Technology, Governance & Public Administration, and Construction & Civil Works. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and UK Contracts Finder. Most recent publication: June 16, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

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.

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.

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 055945-2026 when communicating with the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Royal Holloway and Bedford New College in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

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Key Details

Contract Type
Services
Eligibility
Firms / Consortiums
Language
English
Reference
055945-2026

Source

uk_fts
uk_fts
Official Source

Contracting Authority

Royal Holloway and Bedford New College
🇬🇧United Kingdom

Contact

Contact Person
Helen Booth

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