Transport for London has published a procurement opportunity for zero emission fleet - charging infrastructure with an estimated value of an undisclosed value. The submission deadline is the date stated in the official notice, giving eligible UK suppliers a limited window to prepare and submit bids through the official Find a Tender portal.

Published on 2026-04-10, this contract is open to suitably qualified suppliers across the United Kingdom. All businesses interested in bidding should review the full tender documentation and confirm they meet all eligibility requirements before the closing date.

Contract overview

In 2018 the Mayors Transport Strategy and London Environment Strategy set the ambitious target for London to be a net zero city by 2030. Transport for London (TfL) has a significant role to play in supporting the Mayor of London in achieving this, including transitioning the TfL support vehicle fleet. The TfL operational support fleet consists of c. 1000 vehicles, mostly vans of various sizes, operating across several TfL sites around London, including depots, tube stations, bus stations, offices, etc. The fleet size across these TfL site locations ranges from c. 1 vehicle to over 100 vehicles. The Zero Emission Fleet (ZEF) project aims to install c400 Electric Vehicle Charge Points (EVCP) by 2034.   The main use of the support fleet is to facilitate maintenance across the network to ensure TfL operations and services always run smoothly. Due to the operational hours of TfL services, much of this work and vehicle usage is done overnight. Vehicle usage information being collated shows that there are battery electric vehicle (BEV) alternatives and suitable charging options on the market for most of the vehicles. Some large depots and others where emergency response vehicles are located may need a higher number of rapid EVCPs.    Previous rounds of preliminary (early) market engagement for Zero Emission Fleet (ZEF) Charging Infrastructure have provided valuable insight to supplier capability, financial models (including supplier partial and full capital - funded delivery), and approaches to home‑based charging and Charging‑as‑a‑Service. To support TfL's continued development of a procurement strategy for the the ZEF Charging Infrastructure requirement there is a need to engage further with the market to gain insight in relation to back‑office charge point management systems, maintenance services, and understanding the market's preferred delivery approach to procurement /contracting under a buyer (TfL) funded financial model. TfL is progressing this engagement by i

Transport for London is the contracting authority. The estimated value is an undisclosed value and the deadline is the date stated in the official notice. Download the full specification from the official portal before preparing a bid.

Is your business eligible?

This contract is most relevant to transport operators, logistics companies, courier services. Suppliers typically need to demonstrate experience delivering similar contracts, appropriate financial standing, and hold operator licences, vehicle compliance certificates.

Under the Procurement Act 2023, Transport for London must actively consider SME participation. Check whether this contract has been structured into lots.

• Proven track record in transport & logistics contracts of comparable scope
• Financial standing appropriate for a an undisclosed value contract
• Relevant certifications: operator licences, vehicle compliance certificates
• Capacity to mobilise within Transport for London’s required timeframe

How to submit a bid

• Step 1 — Access the notice: Visit Find a Tender at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032766-2026
• Step 2 — Register free: Create or log in to your supplier account
• Step 3 — Download documents: Read the full ITT before preparing your response
• Step 4 — Raise clarifications: Submit questions early — Q&A typically closes 1–2 weeks before the deadline
• Step 5 — Submit before the date stated in the official notice: Late submissions are not accepted

What the buyer will evaluate

Transport for London will assess all compliant bids against published criteria. Buyers typically apply a 60% quality and 40% price weighting. Under the Procurement Act 2023, social value is a mandatory evaluation criterion.

Writing a winning bid

• Lead with an executive summary addressing Transport for London’s objectives directly
• Provide two or more case studies with measurable outcomes from comparable contracts
• Include specific, costed social value commitments
• Price to win but ensure your margin covers full delivery

Frequently asked questions

Can SMEs bid for this contract?

Yes. The Procurement Act 2023 requires Transport for London to consider SME suitability and remove unnecessary barriers.

Is registration on the portal free?

Yes. Registering as a supplier on Find a Tender is completely free.

Where are the full tender documents?

All documents are on the official Find a Tender listing at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032766-2026.

This article is for informational purposes only. Always verify all details on the official procurement portal before submitting a bid. Kael Tripton is not affiliated with or endorsed by Transport for London or the UK government.