South Yorkshire Bus Franchising Phase One
South Yorkshire Bus Franchising Phase One: Operators are invited to submit tenders for the delivery of franchised bus services across South Yorkshire. This procurement comprises two lots: Lot 1 - Service delivery from Olive Grove Depot (Sheffield) Lot 2 - Service delivery from Leger Way Depot (Doncaster) Comprehensive requirements, specifications and submission instructions are set out within the Invitation to Participate'
Buyer
South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority
Value
£522,582,459
Published
2 Apr 2026
Closes
5 May 2026
Procurement details
Source
Find a Tender
Region
Sheffield
Procurement method
Open
Category
Services
Contract starts
Not provided
Contract ends
Not provided
CPV classifications
60112000
Public road transport services
60172000
Hire of buses and coaches with driver
Lots
Lot 1 Lot 1 - Olive Grove Depot - Sheffield
£352,974,802
SYMCA require a bidder to operate and maintain the relevant depot and associated facilities at Olive Grove Depot within Sheffield, as provided by SYMCA, and to deliver the franchised bus services operated from that depot for the duration of contract term.
Delivery: UKE3 · United Kingdom, UKE32 · United Kingdom
Lot 1.2 - Leger Way Depot - Doncaster Lot 2 Leger Way Depot - Doncaster
£169,607,657
SYMCA require a bidder to operate and maintain the relevant depot and associated facilities at Leger Way Depot within Doncaster, as provided by SYMCA, and to deliver the franchised bus services operated from that depot for the duration of contract term.
Delivery: UKE31 · United Kingdom
Documents
Unlock document linkAll associated information and tender documents are available free of charge via ProContract. The reference number is DN811809 There are no restrictions on who...
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All associated information and tender documents are available free of charge via ProContract. The reference number is DN811809 There are no restrictions on who can register or bid for the opportunity via ProContract at this stage.
Bidding documents
Tender notice on Find a Tender
2 Apr 2026
Tender notice on Find a Tender
Tender notice · UK4 · Web page
Tender notice on Find a Tender
2 Apr 2026
Tender notice on Find a Tender
Tender notice · UK4 · Web page
Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
18 Sept 2025
Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
Market engagement notice · UK2 · Web page
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