Zero Emission School Bus lease

### 🚌 Tender Overview: Zero Emission School Bus Lease The **Department of Transport and Planning (DTP)**, Victoria, is inviting tenders for the lease of **Zero Emission Buses (ZEBs)** to support regional school bus services. This initiative is a critical component of the Victorian Government's commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2045. ### 🎯 Project Scope & Objectives This Request for Tender (RFT) aims to facilitate trials of ZEB technology within regional Victoria. The primary objectives include: * **Operational Experience:** Increasing firsthand knowledge for bus operators regarding ZEB performance. * **Industry Insights:** Identifying opportunities and challenges associated with ZEB adoption and decarbonization. * **Collaboration:** Strengthening partnerships between government and the bus industry. * **Policy Development:** Building an evidence base to inform future ZEB targets and infrastructure planning. ### 📅 Key Information * **Tender ID:** DOT27317 * **Market Briefing:** An online session is scheduled for **21 May 2026, at 10:00 AM**. Registration for this session closes on **20 May 2026, at 5:00 PM**. ### ⚠️ Security Notice Potential bidders are advised to remain vigilant against phishing campaigns targeting government contractors. Always verify procurement communications through official channels. ### 🔍 Keywords Zero Emission Buses, ZEB, Public Transport Decarbonization, School Bus Services, Transport Leasing, Victoria Government Procurement, Sustainable Transport, Regional Victoria.