The procurement of the operation of 'Registered Local Bus services' in the local authority areas of Tyne and Wear with effect from 21st July 2024. It is anticipated that subsequent contracts will be from 21st July 2024 to 21st March 2026. The contracts will be tendered on the basis of operating specified timetables. The vehicles required will be low floor, easy access, meeting a minimum of Euro 5 engine emission standards and meeting the requirements of the Equality Act 2010 with a minimum capacity as stipulated in the vehicle specification.

The procurement of the operation of 'Registered Local Bus services' in the local authority areas of Tyne and Wear with effect from 21st July 2024. It is anticipated that subsequent contracts will be for a term will be from as stipulated in the vehicle specification for each service. The contracts will be tendered on the basis of operating specified timetables. The vehicles required will be low floor, easy access, meeting a minimum of Euro 5 engine emission standards and meeting the requirements of the Equality Act 2010 with a minimum capacity as stipulated in the vehicle specification.