Go-Ahead Singapore Secures Tampines Bus Package: A New Era for Eastern Commuters!

Great news for commuters in eastern Singapore! Go-Ahead Singapore has once again secured the coveted Tampines Bus Package, winning a new five-year contract to continue operating essential bus services. This significant announcement by the Land Transport Authority (LTA) marks a pivotal moment, being the very first tender renewal under Singapore’s innovative Bus Contracting Model (BCM).

Starting from September 2024, Go-Ahead Singapore will be at the helm, ensuring smooth and reliable public transport for countless residents.

This renewed mandate underscores the company's commitment to excellence and its proven track record in delivering high-quality service standards.

The highly competitive tender saw Go-Ahead Singapore emerge victorious against three other prominent public transport operators: SBS Transit, SMRT Buses, and Tower Transit Singapore.

The LTA's rigorous evaluation process, which weighted quality at 70% and price at 30%, clearly favored Go-Ahead Singapore's compelling proposal, highlighting their superior operational capabilities and value.

This comprehensive package is vital for connectivity across the eastern regions, encompassing a substantial portfolio of 28 bus services.

It includes the management of three major bus interchanges in Tampines, Changi Airport, and Pasir Ris, alongside two crucial bus terminals at Changi Village and Pasir Ris. Furthermore, the contract integrates the operations of the new Changi Bus Depot, enhancing maintenance and operational efficiencies.

Go-Ahead Singapore has been a familiar and reliable presence in Singapore's public transport landscape since 2016, when it first began operating the Loyang Bus Package.

Their success in this latest tender is a testament to their dedication to passenger experience, operational reliability, and effective management. Commuters can look forward to continued improvements and a seamless journey as Go-Ahead Singapore embarks on this next chapter of service.

The LTA's Bus Contracting Model was introduced to elevate service quality, foster greater integration within the public transport network, and encourage healthy competition among operators.

This successful renewal not only validates the model's effectiveness but also assures residents of Tampines, Changi, Pasir Ris, and surrounding areas that their daily commutes remain in capable hands.