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Tender: Operation of Supported Local Bus Services – Buckinghamshire Council

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Closed21 Aug 2026
Est. valueEstimate£6K to £140K
Current contractRed Rose Travel Ltd,Carousel Buses Ltd£2.1M · ends Feb 2027
LocationSouth East
SourceFind a Tender
CategoryTransport & Logistics
Submissions closedClosed Fri, 21 Aug 2026

Buckinghamshire Council is seeking a supplier for the operation of supported local bus services across the county as part of its wider public transport network, providing accessible, reliable and sustainable transport options for residents and visitors. The successful provider will be responsible for operating scheduled local bus services in accordance with the tender requirements, including provision of suitable vehicles, trained personnel, customer service arrangements, ticketing facilities and supporting technology, and must deliver services in compliance with all relevant legislation, regulatory requirements and industry standards while demonstrating operational reliability, strong contract management, customer-focused service and continuous improvement. The contract will be awarded following a competitive tender process to the bidder submitting the Most Advantageous Tender based on the published award criteria.

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