Awarded

University Bus Service

Royal Holloway and Bedford New College · Education

In brief

Royal Holloway and Bedford New College awarded transport work to Hallmark Connections Limited.

The notice gives a value of £2,000,000 excluding VAT.

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What the notice says

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.

Who won

WinnerValueDates
Hallmark Connections Limited
3 bids received
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Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.

Timeline

  1. Contract notice · notice 033956-2026
  2. Contract award notice · notice 055464-2026
  3. Contract notice (update) · notice 055945-2026

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From notice 033956-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 14 April 2026, last updated 13 June 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.