economy
March 23, 2026
GSP Unions: Another Bus Procurement Attempt Fails, No Bids Received
The Centar GSP Belgrade, Sloga GSP, and Belgrade Public Transport Employees Union inform the public that today's closing of the tender for the procurement of 50 gas buses through financial leasing for the Belgrade Public Transport Company 'Belgrade' has confirmed serious shortcomings in the planning and execution of procurements in the largest city company, as no bids were received.
TL;DR
- A tender for 50 gas buses for GSP Belgrade closed with zero bids.
- European financial institutions withdrew due to risks and unclear tender conditions.
- The tender documentation is suspected of being tailored for a specific Turkish manufacturer.
- Unions are calling for a new, transparent, and inclusive tender process to ensure fair competition and the best prices.
- A proposal will be made to postpone the 10-year bus age limit from September 1, 2026, to September 1, 2027.
- The postponement aims to give GSP Belgrade sufficient time to procure new vehicles and renew its fleet.