Let us help you to win new business in the transport and infrastructure sectors, keep your customers happy and be sustainable.
Business Development
Looking for help to bid or mobilise a transport or infrastructure contract? Let us help you with strategy, initiatives and business cases.
With experience of over 35 large scale tenders and mobilisations we can help you to avoid mistakes and win your next bid.
Sustainability & Social Value
Do you need help with a bid or tender response? Or help with a Business as Usual strategy implementation?
With 17 years of experience working in Sustainability and more recently Social Value let us help you to do this as easily and as cost effectively as possible.
Read on for answers to our frequently asked questions. If you can't see the answer please get in touch!
1.What specific services does Surbon Consulting offer in the transport sector?
Surbon Consulting offers a range of services including transport bidding strategy, sustainability consulting for procurement, rail and bus franchising advisory, and Middle East transport advisory services. We also offer training on public transport topics as a member of UITP .
2.How can Surbon Consulting help with transport bidding processes?
We provide comprehensive support throughout the bidding process, from initial strategy development to bid preparation and submission, ensuring competitive and compliant bids. Recent bid successes have included wins in Manchester, Guernsey and in rail with Virgin Trains, Wales and Borders and Caledonian Sleeper.
3.What experience does Surbon Consulting have with bus franchising?
Our team has extensive experience in bus franchising models across Manchester and Dubai. We have worked on winning bids to design solutions that prioritise social value and community benefits while ensuring operational and cost efficiency.
4.What experience does Surbon Consulting have with rail franchising?
We have worked on over 15 rail franchises including several successful projects where we helped mobilise operations leading on franchise compliance.
5.What experience does Surbon Consulting have with social value?
We have been working in social value since 2018 and more recently have designed both bid and business strategy for a large transport operator. If you would like more details on social value, check out our demystifying social value presentation available from our free downloads page.
6.How does Surbon Consulting incorporate social value into transport projects?
We integrate social value considerations into project design, focusing on community impact, accessibility, and inclusive mobility solutions that benefit all segments of society. For more detail on what social value is, please check out our free downloads.
7. What sustainability strategies does Surbon Consulting recommend for transport procurement?
We advocate for sustainable procurement practices that prioritise low-emission vehicles, energy efficiency, and long-term environmental impact reduction in transport systems.
8. Can Surbon Consulting assist with projects in the Middle East transport sector?
Yes, we have had an office in Dubai since 2017 and have worked across the Middle East. We can offer insights on regional infrastructure development, policy, sustainable urban mobility planning and business development approaches.
9. How does Surbon Consulting help clients navigate complex regulatory environments in transport?
Our team stays up-to-date with evolving regulations and helps clients develop strategies that ensure compliance while maximising operational efficiency and sustainability. We regularly speak at events, please see Our News page for more details of our events.
10. What types of organisations does Surbon Consulting typically work with?
We work with a diverse range of clients including public transport authorities, private operators, government agencies, and investors in the transport sector.
11. Can Surbon Consulting provide case studies of successful transport projects?
Yes, we have a portfolio of case studies demonstrating our success in various transport projects. We'd be happy to share relevant examples based on your specific interests. Please contact us to set up a free 30 minute consultation. Or if you would prefer to read some of our insights please check out our free downloads.