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Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nFull estimated quantities by location is detailed within the PSQ.", "status": "active", "items": [ { "id": "1", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134220", "description": "Diesel fuel (EN 590)" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134230", "description": "Biodiesel" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKK", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "1" }, { "id": "2", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134220", "description": "Diesel fuel (EN 590)" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134230", "description": "Biodiesel" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKL", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "2" }, { "id": "3", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134220", "description": "Diesel fuel (EN 590)" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134230", "description": "Biodiesel" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKK", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "3" }, { "id": "4", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134220", "description": "Diesel fuel (EN 590)" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134230", "description": "Biodiesel" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKE", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKF", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKG", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "4" }, { "id": "5", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134220", "description": "Diesel fuel (EN 590)" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134230", "description": "Biodiesel" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKI", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKJ", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "5" }, { "id": "6", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134220", "description": "Diesel fuel (EN 590)" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134230", "description": "Biodiesel" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKH", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "6" }, { "id": "7", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134220", "description": "Diesel fuel (EN 590)" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134230", "description": "Biodiesel" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKM", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "7" } ], "value": { "amountGross": 573600000, "amount": 478000000, "currency": "GBP" }, "procurementMethod": "selective", "procurementMethodDetails": "Competitive flexible procedure", "procedure": { "features": "Suppliers are invited to Express an Interest (EOI) and complete a Pre-Selection Questionnaire (PSQ). \nThe Procurement is split into Lots. The three top scoring Suppliers at PSQ stage for each Lot will be invited to participate in the Invitation to Negotiate stage (ITN).\nAll compliant submissions at ITN stage will be fully evaluated and contracts awarded to the Most Advantageous Tenderer, in line with the evaluation criteria detailed." }, "mainProcurementCategory": "goods", "specialRegime": [ "utilities" ], "aboveThreshold": true, "submissionMethodDetails": "Please visit the below link to Express an Interest for this Tender:\nhttp://redirect.transaxions.com/events/XTSw3 \nSuppliers will then be invited to the PSQ event.\nPlease note that the EOI closes on 28/11/2025 at 16:00.\nThe PSQ event closes on 01/12/2025 at 12:00.", "submissionTerms": { "electronicSubmissionPolicy": "allowed", "languages": [ "en" ] }, "expressionOfInterestDeadline": "2025-11-28T16:00:00Z", "awardPeriod": { "endDate": "2026-02-10T23:59:59Z" }, "lots": [ { "id": "1", "title": "Devon & Cornwall: Supply and delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nApproximate volumes: \nRed Diesel: 2,371,200 litres / annum\nB7 Diesel: 32,898,165 litres / annum", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 111360000, "amount": 92800000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } }, { "id": "2", "title": "Cymru - Supply and delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nB7 Diesel: 4,063,800 litres per annum", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 20880000, "amount": 17400000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } }, { "id": "3", "title": "Bristol, Somerset & Avon: Supply and delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated Fuel Volumes:\nRed Diesel: 8,576,104 litres / annum\nB7 Diesel: 13,433,800 litres / annum", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 94560000, "amount": 78800000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } }, { "id": "4", "title": "Yorkshire: Supply and delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nB7 Diesel 23,908,560 litres / annum", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 122400000, "amount": 102000000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } }, { "id": "5", "title": "London & Berkshire: Supply and Delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nRed Diesel: 6,490,393 litres per annum\nB7 Diesel: 13,978,622 litres per annum", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 91080000, "amount": 75900000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } }, { "id": "6", "title": "East England: Supply and delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nB7 Diesel: 13,891,800 litres / annum", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 71160000, "amount": 59300000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } }, { "id": "7", "title": "Scotland: Supply and delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nB7 Diesel: 12,139,400 litres per annum", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 62160000, "amount": 51800000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). 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The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } } ], "documents": [ { "id": "conflictOfInterest", "documentType": "conflictOfInterest", "description": "Not published" }, { "id": "070640-2025", "documentType": 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Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nFull estimated quantities by location is detailed within the PSQ.", "status": "active", "items": [ { "id": "1", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134000", "description": "Gas oils" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "76200000", "description": "Professional services for the oil industry" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKK", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "1" }, { "id": "2", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134000", "description": "Gas oils" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "76200000", "description": "Professional services for the oil industry" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKL", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "2" }, { "id": "3", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134000", "description": "Gas oils" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "76200000", "description": "Professional services for the oil industry" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKK", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "3" }, { "id": "4", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134000", "description": "Gas oils" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "76200000", "description": "Professional services for the oil industry" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKE", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKF", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKG", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "4" }, { "id": "5", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134000", "description": "Gas oils" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "76200000", "description": "Professional services for the oil industry" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKI", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKJ", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "5" }, { "id": "6", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134000", "description": "Gas oils" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "76200000", "description": "Professional services for the oil industry" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKH", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "6" }, { "id": "7", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134000", "description": "Gas oils" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "76200000", "description": "Professional services for the oil industry" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKM", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "7" } ], "value": { "amountGross": 573600000, "amount": 478000000, "currency": "GBP" }, "procurementMethod": "selective", "procurementMethodDetails": "Competitive flexible procedure", "procedure": { "features": "Suppliers are invited to Express an Interest (EOI) and complete a Pre-Selection Questionnaire (PSQ).\nThe Procurement is split into Lots. The three top scoring Suppliers at PSQ stage for each Lot will be invited to participate in the Invitation to Negotiate stage (ITN).\nAll compliant submissions at ITN stage will be fully evaluated and contracts awarded to the Most Advantageous Tenderer, in line with the evaluation criteria detailed." }, "mainProcurementCategory": "goods", "specialRegime": [ "utilities" ], "aboveThreshold": true, "submissionMethodDetails": "Please visit the below link to Express an Interest for this Tender:\nhttp://redirect.transaxions.com/events/XTSw3\nSuppliers will then be invited to the PSQ event.\nPlease note that the EOI closes on 28/11/2025 at 16:00.\nThe PSQ event closes on 01/12/2025 at 12:00.", "submissionTerms": { "electronicSubmissionPolicy": "allowed", "languages": [ "en" ] }, "expressionOfInterestDeadline": "2025-11-28T16:00:00Z", "awardPeriod": { "endDate": "2026-02-10T23:59:59Z" }, "lots": [ { "id": "1", "title": "Devon & Cornwall: Supply and delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. 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All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nApproximate volumes:\nRed Diesel: 2,371,200 litres / annum\nB7 Diesel: 32,898,165 litres / annum", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 111360000, "amount": 92800000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } }, { "id": "2", "title": "Cymru - Supply and delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nB7 Diesel: 4,063,800 litres per annum", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 20880000, "amount": 17400000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } }, { "id": "3", "title": "Bristol, Somerset & Avon: Supply and delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated Fuel Volumes:\nRed Diesel: 8,576,104 litres / annum\nB7 Diesel: 13,433,800 litres / annum", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 94560000, "amount": 78800000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } }, { "id": "4", "title": "Yorkshire: Supply and delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nB7 Diesel 23,908,560 litres / annum", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 122400000, "amount": 102000000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } }, { "id": "5", "title": "London & Berkshire: Supply and Delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nRed Diesel: 6,490,393 litres per annum\nB7 Diesel: 13,978,622 litres per annum", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 91080000, "amount": 75900000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } }, { "id": "6", "title": "East England: Supply and delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nB7 Diesel: 13,891,800 litres / annum", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 71160000, "amount": 59300000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } }, { "id": "7", "title": "Scotland: Supply and delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nB7 Diesel: 12,139,400 litres per annum", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 62160000, "amount": 51800000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } } ], "documents": [ { "id": "conflictOfInterest", "documentType": "conflictOfInterest", "description": "Not published" }, { "id": "070823-2025", "documentType": 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], "address": { "streetAddress": "Milford House 1 Milford Street", "locality": "Wiltshire", "postalCode": "SN1 1HL", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom", "region": "UKK14" }, "contactPoint": { "name": "Sabrina Pattenden", "email": "sabrina.pattenden@firstrail.com" }, "roles": [ "buyer" ], "details": { "classifications": [ { "scheme": "UK_CA_TYPE", "id": "privateUtility", "description": "Private utility" } ] } }, { "name": "FIRST BUS HOLDINGS LIMITED", "id": "GB-PPON-PNDV-6241-LJZW", "identifier": { "scheme": "GB-PPON", "id": "PNDV-6241-LJZW" }, "address": { "streetAddress": "8th Floor The Point", "locality": "London", "postalCode": "W2 1AF", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom", "region": "UKI32" }, "contactPoint": { "name": "Sabrina Pattenden", "email": "sabrina.pattenden@firstrail.com" }, "roles": [ "procuringEntity" ], "roleDetails": "Contracting Authority" }, { "name": "FIRST RAIL HOLDINGS LIMITED", "id": "GB-COH-05154485", "identifier": { "scheme": "GB-COH", "id": "05154485" }, "additionalIdentifiers": [ { "scheme": "GB-PPON", "id": "PPVJ-1479-GGLX" } ], "address": { "streetAddress": "8th Floor The Point", "locality": "London", "postalCode": "W2 1AF", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom", "region": "UKI32" }, "contactPoint": { "name": "Sabrina Pattenden", "email": "sabrina.pattenden@firstrail.com" }, "roles": [ "procuringEntity", "processContactPoint" ], "roleDetails": "Management of Procurement", "details": { "url": "http://www.firstgroupplc.com" } } ], "buyer": { "id": "GB-COH-05113733", "name": "FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED" }, "tender": { "id": "FX1298", "legalBasis": { "id": "2023/54", "scheme": "UKPGA", "uri": "https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents" }, "title": "Supply and Delivery of Fuel to Rail and Bus Depots", "description": "This procurement process will be managed by First Rail Holdings Ltd.\nGWR and First Bus Holdings Ltd will have separate contracts for each Lot.\nFirst Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nFull estimated quantities by location is detailed within the PSQ.", "status": "active", "items": [ { "id": "1", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134000", "description": "Gas oils" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "76200000", "description": "Professional services for the oil industry" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKK", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "1" }, { "id": "2", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134000", "description": "Gas oils" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "76200000", "description": "Professional services for the oil industry" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKL", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "2" }, { "id": "3", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134000", "description": "Gas oils" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "76200000", "description": "Professional services for the oil industry" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKK", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "3" }, { "id": "4", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134000", "description": "Gas oils" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "76200000", "description": "Professional services for the oil industry" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKE", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKF", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKG", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "4" }, { "id": "5", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134000", "description": "Gas oils" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "76200000", "description": "Professional services for the oil industry" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKI", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKJ", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "5" }, { "id": "6", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134000", "description": "Gas oils" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "76200000", "description": "Professional services for the oil industry" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKH", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "6" }, { "id": "7", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134000", "description": "Gas oils" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "76200000", "description": "Professional services for the oil industry" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKM", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "7" } ], "value": { "amountGross": 561490000, "amount": 467908000, "currency": "GBP" }, "procurementMethod": "selective", "procurementMethodDetails": "Competitive flexible procedure", "procedure": { "features": "Suppliers are invited to Express an Interest (EOI) and complete a Pre-Selection Questionnaire (PSQ).\nThe Procurement is split into Lots. The three top scoring Suppliers at PSQ stage for each Lot will be invited to participate in the Invitation to Negotiate stage (ITN).\nAll compliant submissions at ITN stage will be fully evaluated and contracts awarded to the Most Advantageous Tenderer, in line with the evaluation criteria detailed." }, "mainProcurementCategory": "goods", "specialRegime": [ "utilities" ], "aboveThreshold": true, "submissionMethodDetails": "Please visit the below link to Express an Interest for this Tender:\nhttp://redirect.transaxions.com/events/XTSw3\nSuppliers will then be invited to the PSQ event.\nPlease note that the EOI closes on 01/12/2025 at 16:00.\nThe PSQ event closes on 02/12/2025 at 12:00.", "submissionTerms": { "electronicSubmissionPolicy": "allowed", "languages": [ "en" ] }, "expressionOfInterestDeadline": "2025-12-01T16:00:00Z", "awardPeriod": { "endDate": "2026-02-10T23:59:59Z" }, "lots": [ { "id": "1", "title": "Devon & Cornwall: Supply and delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nApproximate volumes:\nRed Diesel: 32,898,165 litres / annum\nBus depots have been removed from this Lot. Please see changes detailed.", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 99250000, "amount": 82708000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } }, { "id": "2", "title": "Cymru - Supply and delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nB7 Diesel: 4,063,800 litres per annum", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 20880000, "amount": 17400000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } }, { "id": "3", "title": "Bristol, Somerset & Avon: Supply and delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated Fuel Volumes:\nRed Diesel: 8,576,104 litres / annum\nB7 Diesel: 13,433,800 litres / annum", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 94560000, "amount": 78800000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } }, { "id": "4", "title": "Yorkshire: Supply and delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nB7 Diesel 23,908,560 litres / annum", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 122400000, "amount": 102000000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } }, { "id": "5", "title": "London & Berkshire: Supply and Delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nRed Diesel: 6,490,393 litres per annum\nB7 Diesel: 13,978,622 litres per annum", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 91080000, "amount": 75900000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } }, { "id": "6", "title": "East England: Supply and delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nB7 Diesel: 13,891,800 litres / annum", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 71160000, "amount": 59300000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } }, { "id": "7", "title": "Scotland: Supply and delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nB7 Diesel: 12,139,400 litres per annum", "status": "active", "value": { "amountGross": 62160000, "amount": 51800000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). 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The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } } ], "documents": [ { "id": "conflictOfInterest", "documentType": "conflictOfInterest", "description": "Not published" }, { "id": "077330-2025", "documentType": "tenderNotice", "noticeType": "UK4", "description": "Tender notice on Find a Tender", "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077330-2025", "datePublished": "2025-11-26T14:54:43Z", "format": "text/html" } ], "contractTerms": { "financialTerms": "The contract commodity price calculation will be as follows:\nPlatts pricing: monthly average of ULSD 10ppm UK Cargoes CIF NWE (Platts ref: AAVBH00) for each working day during the month of delivery as published in USD and your product conversion will be: 1 mt. = 1183 litres." }, "amendments": [ { "description": "Lot 1 : Devon and Cornwall. 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All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nThe total requirement of Red and White diesel is circa 130 million Litres per annum.", "status": "complete", "procurementMethod": "selective", "procurementMethodDetails": "Competitive flexible procedure", "specialRegime": [ "utilities" ], "lots": [ { "id": "1", "status": "complete" }, { "id": "2", "status": "complete" }, { "id": "3", "status": "complete" }, { "id": "4", "status": "complete" }, { "id": "5", "status": "complete" }, { "id": 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The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nThe total requirement of Red and White diesel is circa 130 million Litres per annum.", "status": "complete", "items": [ { "id": "1", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134000", "description": "Gas oils" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "76200000", "description": "Professional services for the oil industry" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKK", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKK", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKK", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "1" }, { "id": "2", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134000", "description": "Gas oils" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "76200000", "description": "Professional services for the oil industry" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKL", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKL", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKL", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "2" }, { "id": "3", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134000", "description": "Gas oils" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "76200000", "description": "Professional services for the oil industry" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKK", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKK", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKK", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "3" }, { "id": "4", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134000", "description": "Gas oils" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "76200000", "description": "Professional services for the oil industry" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKE", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKF", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKG", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKE", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKF", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKG", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKE", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKF", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKG", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "4" }, { "id": "5", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134000", "description": "Gas oils" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "76200000", "description": "Professional services for the oil industry" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKI", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKJ", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKI", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKJ", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKI", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKJ", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "5" }, { "id": "6", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134000", "description": "Gas oils" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "76200000", "description": "Professional services for the oil industry" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKH", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKH", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKH", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "6" }, { "id": "7", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "09134000", "description": "Gas oils" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "76200000", "description": "Professional services for the oil industry" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKM", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKM", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKM", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "7" } ], "value": { "amountGross": 561490000, "amount": 467908000, "currency": "GBP" }, "procurementMethod": "selective", "procurementMethodDetails": "Competitive flexible procedure", "procedure": { "features": "Suppliers are invited to Express an Interest (EOI) and complete a Pre-Selection Questionnaire (PSQ).\nThe Procurement is split into Lots. 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Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nApproximate volumes:\nRed Diesel: 32,898,165 litres / annum\nBus depots have been removed from this Lot. Please see changes detailed.", "status": "complete", "value": { "amountGross": 99250000, "amount": 82708000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. 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Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nB7 Diesel: 4,063,800 litres per annum", "status": "complete", "value": { "amountGross": 20880000, "amount": 17400000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } }, { "id": "3", "title": "Bristol, Somerset & Avon: Supply and delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated Fuel Volumes:\nRed Diesel: 8,576,104 litres / annum\nB7 Diesel: 13,433,800 litres / annum", "status": "complete", "value": { "amountGross": 94560000, "amount": 78800000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } }, { "id": "4", "title": "Yorkshire: Supply and delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nB7 Diesel 23,908,560 litres / annum", "status": "complete", "value": { "amountGross": 122400000, "amount": 102000000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } }, { "id": "5", "title": "London & Berkshire: Supply and Delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nRed Diesel: 6,490,393 litres per annum\nB7 Diesel: 13,978,622 litres per annum", "status": "complete", "value": { "amountGross": 91080000, "amount": 75900000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } }, { "id": "6", "title": "East England: Supply and delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nB7 Diesel: 13,891,800 litres / annum", "status": "complete", "value": { "amountGross": 71160000, "amount": 59300000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } }, { "id": "7", "title": "Scotland: Supply and delivery of Diesel", "description": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nB7 Diesel: 12,139,400 litres per annum", "status": "complete", "value": { "amountGross": 62160000, "amount": 51800000, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } } ], "documents": [ { "id": "conflictOfInterest", "documentType": "conflictOfInterest", "description": "Not published" }, { "id": "070640-2025", "documentType": "tenderNotice", "noticeType": "UK4", "description": "Tender notice on Find a Tender", "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070640-2025", "datePublished": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "format": "text/html" }, { "id": "070823-2025", "documentType": "tenderNotice", "noticeType": "UK4", "description": "Tender notice on Find a Tender", "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070823-2025", "datePublished": "2025-11-04T12:55:44Z", "format": "text/html" }, { "id": "077330-2025", "documentType": "tenderNotice", "noticeType": "UK4", "description": "Tender notice on Find a Tender", "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077330-2025", "datePublished": "2025-11-26T14:54:43Z", "format": "text/html" } ], "contractTerms": { "financialTerms": "The contract commodity price calculation will be as follows:\nPlatts pricing: monthly average of ULSD 10ppm UK Cargoes CIF NWE (Platts ref: AAVBH00) for each working day during the month of delivery as published in USD and your product conversion will be: 1 mt. = 1183 litres." }, "amendments": [ { "id": "070823-2025", "description": "Additional CPV codes added" }, { "id": "077330-2025", "description": "Lot 1 : Devon and Cornwall. 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The three top scoring Suppliers at PSQ stage for each Lot will be invited to participate in the Invitation to Negotiate stage (ITN).\nAll compliant submissions at ITN stage will be fully evaluated and contracts awarded to the Most Advantageous Tenderer, in line with the evaluation criteria detailed." } ] }, "mainProcurementCategory": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "goods" } ], "specialRegime": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": [ "utilities" ] } ], "aboveThreshold": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": true } ], "submissionMethodDetails": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "Please visit the below link to Express an Interest for this Tender:\nhttp://redirect.transaxions.com/events/XTSw3 \nSuppliers will then be invited to the PSQ event.\nPlease note that the EOI closes on 28/11/2025 at 16:00.\nThe PSQ event closes on 01/12/2025 at 12:00." }, { "releaseID": "070823-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-04T12:55:44Z", "releaseTag": [ "tenderUpdate" ], "value": "Please visit the below link to Express an Interest for this Tender:\nhttp://redirect.transaxions.com/events/XTSw3\nSuppliers will then be invited to the PSQ event.\nPlease note that the EOI closes on 28/11/2025 at 16:00.\nThe PSQ event closes on 01/12/2025 at 12:00." }, { "releaseID": "077330-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-26T14:54:43Z", "releaseTag": [ "tenderUpdate" ], "value": "Please visit the below link to Express an Interest for this Tender:\nhttp://redirect.transaxions.com/events/XTSw3\nSuppliers will then be invited to the PSQ event.\nPlease note that the EOI closes on 01/12/2025 at 16:00.\nThe PSQ event closes on 02/12/2025 at 12:00." } ], "submissionTerms": { "electronicSubmissionPolicy": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "allowed" } ], "languages": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": [ "en" ] } ] }, "expressionOfInterestDeadline": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "2025-11-28T16:00:00Z" }, { "releaseID": "077330-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-26T14:54:43Z", "releaseTag": [ "tenderUpdate" ], "value": "2025-12-01T16:00:00Z" } ], "awardPeriod": { "endDate": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "2026-02-10T23:59:59Z" } ] }, "lots": [ { "id": "1", "title": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "Devon & Cornwall: Supply and delivery of Diesel" } ], "description": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nApproximate volumes: \nRed Diesel: 2,371,200 litres / annum\nB7 Diesel: 32,898,165 litres / annum" }, { "releaseID": "070823-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-04T12:55:44Z", "releaseTag": [ "tenderUpdate" ], "value": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nApproximate volumes:\nRed Diesel: 2,371,200 litres / annum\nB7 Diesel: 32,898,165 litres / annum" }, { "releaseID": "077330-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-26T14:54:43Z", "releaseTag": [ "tenderUpdate" ], "value": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nApproximate volumes:\nRed Diesel: 32,898,165 litres / annum\nBus depots have been removed from this Lot. Please see changes detailed." } ], "status": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "active" }, { "releaseID": "018779-2026", "releaseDate": "2026-03-03T10:03:17Z", "releaseTag": [ "award", "contract" ], "value": "complete" } ], "value": { "amountGross": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": 111360000 }, { "releaseID": "077330-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-26T14:54:43Z", "releaseTag": [ "tenderUpdate" ], "value": 99250000 } ], "amount": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": 92800000 }, { "releaseID": "077330-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-26T14:54:43Z", "releaseTag": [ "tenderUpdate" ], "value": 82708000 } ], "currency": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "GBP" } ] }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00" } ], "endDate": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" } ], "maxExtentDate": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" } ] }, "hasRenewal": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": true } ], "renewal": { "description": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } ] } }, { "id": "2", "title": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "Cymru - Supply and delivery of Diesel" } ], "description": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nB7 Diesel: 4,063,800 litres per annum" } ], "status": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "active" }, { "releaseID": "018779-2026", "releaseDate": "2026-03-03T10:03:17Z", "releaseTag": [ "award", "contract" ], "value": "complete" } ], "value": { "amountGross": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": 20880000 } ], "amount": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": 17400000 } ], "currency": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "GBP" } ] }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00" } ], "endDate": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" } ], "maxExtentDate": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" } ] }, "hasRenewal": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": true } ], "renewal": { "description": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } ] } }, { "id": "3", "title": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "Bristol, Somerset & Avon: Supply and delivery of Diesel" } ], "description": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated Fuel Volumes:\nRed Diesel: 8,576,104 litres / annum\nB7 Diesel: 13,433,800 litres / annum" } ], "status": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "active" }, { "releaseID": "018779-2026", "releaseDate": "2026-03-03T10:03:17Z", "releaseTag": [ "award", "contract" ], "value": "complete" } ], "value": { "amountGross": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": 94560000 } ], "amount": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": 78800000 } ], "currency": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "GBP" } ] }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00" } ], "endDate": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" } ], "maxExtentDate": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" } ] }, "hasRenewal": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": true } ], "renewal": { "description": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } ] } }, { "id": "4", "title": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "Yorkshire: Supply and delivery of Diesel" } ], "description": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nB7 Diesel 23,908,560 litres / annum" } ], "status": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "active" }, { "releaseID": "018779-2026", "releaseDate": "2026-03-03T10:03:17Z", "releaseTag": [ "award", "contract" ], "value": "complete" } ], "value": { "amountGross": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": 122400000 } ], "amount": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": 102000000 } ], "currency": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "GBP" } ] }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00" } ], "endDate": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" } ], "maxExtentDate": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" } ] }, "hasRenewal": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": true } ], "renewal": { "description": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } ] } }, { "id": "5", "title": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "London & Berkshire: Supply and Delivery of Diesel" } ], "description": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nRed Diesel: 6,490,393 litres per annum\nB7 Diesel: 13,978,622 litres per annum" } ], "status": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "active" }, { "releaseID": "018779-2026", "releaseDate": "2026-03-03T10:03:17Z", "releaseTag": [ "award", "contract" ], "value": "complete" } ], "value": { "amountGross": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": 91080000 } ], "amount": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": 75900000 } ], "currency": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "GBP" } ] }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00" } ], "endDate": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" } ], "maxExtentDate": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" } ] }, "hasRenewal": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": true } ], "renewal": { "description": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } ] } }, { "id": "6", "title": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "East England: Supply and delivery of Diesel" } ], "description": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nB7 Diesel: 13,891,800 litres / annum" } ], "status": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "active" }, { "releaseID": "018779-2026", "releaseDate": "2026-03-03T10:03:17Z", "releaseTag": [ "award", "contract" ], "value": "complete" } ], "value": { "amountGross": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": 71160000 } ], "amount": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": 59300000 } ], "currency": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "GBP" } ] }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme.​" }, { "description": "- Mandatory pass/fail questions.\n- Case studies carry 100% qualitative scoring at PSQ stage.\n- The top 3 scoring Tenderers will be invited to ITN stage.", "forReduction": true } ] } ] }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00" } ], "endDate": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "2028-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" } ], "maxExtentDate": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "2030-03-31T23:59:59+01:00" } ] }, "hasRenewal": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": true } ], "renewal": { "description": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "An initial two-year core term contract will be awarded for each lot, with the option to extend by a maximum of two-years, in one-year increments." } ] } }, { "id": "7", "title": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "Scotland: Supply and delivery of Diesel" } ], "description": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations.\nWith a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain.\nAll GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nAll bus depots require B7 Diesel fuel. The fuel supplied should (as a minimum) meet the specification of BS EN 590:2022, and the standard applicable for FAME content should be EN14214 or an equivalent national version of the standard.\nDue to the nature of service/timetable fluctuations we require suppliers to able to deliver by bulk tankers with the ability to deliver weekdays, weekends and bank holidays if required.\nFuel orders will be placed by First Bus Fleet Services, First Bus London, First Greater Western Railway and Ensignbus at intervals to be mutually agreed between the relevant Client and the supplier.\nThe ability to either place or cancel orders at 24 to 48 hours' notice is required, however cancellations would be infrequent.\nDeliveries will be supervised by depot staff although unsupervised deliveries may take place. All delivery drivers need to undergo a site safety briefing and comply with local site safety requirements which may include the wearing of PPE such as safety footwear, hand / eye protection and approved high visibility clothing.\nThe supplier is expected to provide an out of hour's on-call facility to be used in the event of delivery failures or other exceptional operating events.\nThe supplier is also expected to nominate a day-to-day contact for management of the contract, attend supply review meetings periodically, and to report on agreed KPIs.\nEstimated annual forecast:\nB7 Diesel: 12,139,400 litres per annum" } ], "status": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "active" }, { "releaseID": "018779-2026", "releaseDate": "2026-03-03T10:03:17Z", "releaseTag": [ "award", "contract" ], "value": "complete" } ], "value": { "amountGross": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": 62160000 } ], "amount": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": 51800000 } ], "currency": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": "GBP" } ] }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": [ { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN stage: Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 35, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "ITN Stage: Contract Terms", "numbers": [ { "number": 5, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "price", "name": "ITN Stage: Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "releaseID": "070640-2025", "releaseDate": "2025-11-03T19:27:50Z", "releaseTag": [ "tender" ], "value": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Rail Holdings (FRH) which includes FirstBus and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR). The tender is being run by FRH on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of GWR. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. ​\nWhere the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of GWR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). ​\nWhere the transfer takes place before contract award and the successor operator elects to continue with the procurement, the procurement will transfer to the successor operator in respect of GWR only. The original procurement will continue however maybe subject to change in accordance with the terms of this document. All procurement documents, supporting data, bidder submissions and other bidder data will transfer to the successor operator. In this instance the successor operator shall assume all the rights of the Client set out in this document. All references to the Client shall be deemed to refer to the successor operator for the purposes of this procurement and the successor operator shall be entitled to continue or terminate this procurement as if it was involved from the outset.​\n​Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. 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