Cheshire west and Chester Borough Council · Awarded contract
Awarded

Bus Franchise Pilot Consultancy Awarded to Ernst & Young LLP by Cheshire West and Chester Borough Council

Awarded 08 Dec 2025

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Awarded08 Dec 2025
Value£200,000.00
SupplierErnst & Young LLP
AgencyCheshire west and Chester Borough Council
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryConsultancy & Legal
Ended 4mo ago7mo term
Awarded 8 Dec 2025Expired 29 June 2026

About

Cheshire West and Chester Borough Council awarded a contract to Ernst & Young LLP for consultancy services related to a bus franchise pilot.

The Department for Transport (DfT) made funding available for Local Transport Authorities to understand the options for potential bus franchising or reform.

The contract value is £200,000.

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