The West Midlands Franchising Scheme for Buses
Details
| Contract Title: | The West Midlands Franchising Scheme for Buses |
| Published Date: | Mar 6, 2026 |
| Notice Type: | Notice (ContractNotice) |
| Value Banding: | High Value |
| Delivery Point: | United Kingdom |
Description:
In May 2025, the West Midlands Combined Authority (“WMCA”) Board approved a transition to Bus Franchising Operating Model, following public consultation that saw 75% support for bringing buses back under public control. The objective of the Bus Franchising Programme is to move the West Midlands bus network from a deregulated system into public control. Successful transition will create the foundations for wider improvements to bus services and full integration with other modes of transport as s...