Procurement of a Zero-Emission Bus (Electric or Hydrogen)

Hyppo Hydrogen Solutions Ltd invites tenders for the supply of a zero-emission bus, either battery-electric or hydrogen fuel cell-powered, to support demonstration and operational activities at Bay Studios, Swansea.The bus must meet UK road vehicle specifications, be less than 8 years old, and be supplied at a total purchase price of less than £150,000 (exclusive of VAT).The procurement forms part of Hyppo’s work on clean mobility and smart energy systems. The vehicle will be used for trialling hydrogen and electric fleet operations, V2G integration, and low-emission transport demonstrations.NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=155911.The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx.Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems.

Budget and Funding• Maximum budget: £150,000 (exclusive of VAT).• Offers exceeding this budget may be considered.• Hyppo Hydrogen Solutions is committed to securing best value within this price limit.Evaluation CriteriaTenders will be assessed on the following weighted criteria:● Compliance with Specification & Technical Suitability – 25%● Cost Effectiveness / Value for Money – 50%● Vehicle Condition, Warranty & Lifecycle – 10%● Delivery Timescales – 10%● Sustainability / Added Value – 5%Supplier InstructionsInterested suppliers must submit a tender response including:1. Vehicle make, model, year of registration, and technical specification.2. Proof of compliance with UK regulations (VCA/type approval, PSVAR).3. Vehicle history, condition report, and MOT certification.4. Details of battery/fuel cell capacity, range, and warranties.5. Cost breakdown including delivery to Swansea.6. Company details, relevant experience, and aftersales support.7. References from similar supply contracts.(WA Ref:155911)