Request for Quotation Feasibility Study and Business Case to assess the introduction of additional rail services between Doncaster and Scunthorpe

North Lincolnshire Council is seeking a provider under solicitation TM0000000265-1 to deliver a feasibility study and an investment-ready business case. The primary objective is to support the reinstatement of an hourly rail service between Doncaster and Scunthorpe and the introduction of a Sunday service operated by Northern Trains. This initiative aims to restore critical transport links for rural communities, thereby improving access to essential services, education, and employment opportunities. The contract is estimated to run from December 1, 2026, to June 25, 2027, with performance centered in North and North East Lincolnshire. The award will be based on the Most Advantageous Tender, with a heavy emphasis on quality, which accounts for 70% of the evaluation weight. This opportunity is noted as particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises. Interested parties must submit their electronic proposals by November 18, 2026.