Transport & Logistics procurement in York
Specialist procurement support for the transport & logistics sector in North Yorkshire
Over 2160 annual procurement opportunities worth £4536 million • We have helped 302 businesses win contracts
Transport & Logistics procurement areas in York
We have deep expertise across all segments of the transport & logistics market in North Yorkshire. Our team understands the specific requirements for each contract type and evaluation criteria.
School transport and special educational needs transport
Patient transport and ambulance services
Public transport (bus, rail, ferry)
Freight transport and distribution solutions
Removals and specialist transport
Taxi and private hire services
Transport planning and mobility consultancy
Charging infrastructure and electrification
Market dynamics for transport & logistics in York
Regional characteristics
North Yorkshire has particular focus areas within transport & logistics, which influence procurement priorities and evaluation criteria.City of York Council prioritises solutions that support local economic development and sustainable business models.
We understand the unique requirements and expectations in North Yorkshire and ensure your bid reflects these priorities effectively through targeted argumentation strategy.
Competitive landscape
The Transport & Logistics market in York is competitive with both established local players and national suppliers. Typically we see 6-9 bidders per tender.
Successful bids combine competitive pricing with strong local presence, innovation and documented experience from similar projects in the region.
Requirements for transport & logistics procurement in York
Qualification requirements
Operator licences and transport authorisation
Environmental standards (Euro 6, electric vehicles, alternative fuels)
Driver CPC and professional driving qualifications
Vehicle tracking and fleet management systems
Public liability and goods in transit insurance
Accessibility and wheelchair-accessible vehicles
UK regulatory requirements
City of York Council follows the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR 2015) and UK procurement law. All tenders above threshold values must follow standardised processes via Find a Tender Service. We ensure full compliance with all legal and administrative requirements.
Evaluation criteria
Procurement opportunities for transport & logistics in York
Electrification of transport services
Growing demand and new contract opportunities within this area in North Yorkshire.
New mobility services and sharing economy
Growing demand and new contract opportunities within this area in North Yorkshire.
Increased focus on sustainable transport
Growing demand and new contract opportunities within this area in North Yorkshire.
Micromobility and active travel solutions
Growing demand and new contract opportunities within this area in North Yorkshire.
Autonomous vehicles and pilot projects
Growing demand and new contract opportunities within this area in North Yorkshire.
Upcoming transport & logistics procurement in York
Based on historical data and known plans we expect 180 to 240 new procurement opportunities within transport & logistics in the next 30 days in York and North Yorkshire.City of York Council has announced increased focus on digitalisation and sustainable solutions.
Framework agreements
City of York Council participates in several framework agreements within transport & logistics, creating opportunities for higher volumes and longer contract periods.
Innovation partnerships
Increased use of innovation partnerships enables collaborative development processes and bespoke solutions.
Success stories from transport & logistics in North Yorkshire
Framework agreement City of York Council
Won 4-year framework agreement for school transport and special educational needs transport worth £816.5 million annually with extension options.
Innovation partnership North Yorkshire
Secured innovative contract for public transport (bus, rail, ferry) with development potential of £1270 million over the project period.
Multi-authority contract across North Yorkshire
Completed complex procurement procedure for patient transport and ambulance services with contract value £2041 million via central purchasing framework.
Our process for transport & logistics procurement
Week 1: Analysis and strategy
We analyse the procurement documents, map competitors in York, and develop a winning strategy based on North Yorkshire's priorities and transport & logistics trends.
Week 2-3: Development
Our transport & logistics experts develop the bid focusing on local requirements, UK regulatory conditions and evaluation criteria specific to City of York Council.
Week 3-4: Quality assurance
Thorough review of all requirements, documentation and attachments in accordance with PCR 2015. We ensure 100% compliance with procurement requirements before submission via Find a Tender Service.
Follow-up
We handle questions, negotiations and contract signature professionally. Full support throughout the entire process until contract is in place and project commencement.
Questions about transport & logistics procurement in York
What transport & logistics procurement opportunities are most common in York?
In York we see highest activity in school transport and special educational needs transport and patient transport and ambulance services.City of York Council and North Yorkshire authorities regularly publish contracts for these areas, typically with 2-4 year durations plus options. Framework agreements are most common for ongoing services.
What qualifications are required for transport & logistics procurement?
Typical requirements include operator licences and transport authorisation, environmental standards (euro 6, electric vehicles, alternative fuels), and solid financial capacity. For larger contracts in North Yorkshire local presence is often required or response time under 4 hours. We help you document and present qualifications optimally.
How long does a typical transport & logistics procurement procedure take?
From publication to contract signature normally takes 2-4 months for transport & logistics procurement in York. Bid deadline is often 4-6 weeks after publication. With SmartBid's experience we deliver complete bids in 3-4 weeks, with good margin for quality assurance before submission.
How do we differentiate ourselves in transport & logistics procurement?
Success requires more than low price. In York electrification of transport services, local value creation and innovative solutions are often weighted highly. We help you highlight unique strengths, document added value and score highly on all evaluation criteria - not just price.
What do SmartBid's services cost for transport & logistics procurement?
Our prices are tailored to the procurement's size and complexity. For transport & logistics procurement in Yorkprices start from £4,500 for smaller contracts. For larger framework agreements and design-build contracts we often use success fees. The investment is minimal relative to the contract value you can win.
Ready to dominate the transport & logistics market in York?
With 2160 annual procurement opportunities worth £4536 million there are significant growth opportunities in North Yorkshire. Let our expert team help you win your share of the market.
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