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Demand Responsive Transport (DRT) Service

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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06 Jul 2022 at 14:38

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Leicestershire County Council is undertaking a procurement process for a Demand Responsive Transport (DRT) Service, valued at £1,200,000. This initiative aims to enhance transport accessibility in rural and suburban areas and is supported by the Government's Rural Mobility Fund. The procurement method selected is an open procedure, with the tender having ended on 15th September 2021. The awarded contract commenced on 27th July 2022 and will continue until 26th July 2025.

This DRT service presents significant opportunities for transport operators and SMEs within the public transport sector to expand their service offerings. Businesses that specialise in innovative transport solutions or those focused on improving social inclusion and reducing carbon emissions would find this tender particularly suitable. Such opportunities not only support local communities but also align with government initiatives to enhance public transport access while promoting sustainable practices.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Demand Responsive Transport (DRT) Service

Notice Description

Leicestershire County Council (the Authority) requires a transport operator to operate a new demand responsive transport (DRT) service. The service will be funded by the Government's Rural Mobility Fund, which aims to trial on-demand bus services in rural or suburban areas. The objectives of the DRT service, as set out by the Department for Transport (DfT) are to: * Improve access to employment, education, healthcare and other services * Enable greater social inclusion and reduce isolation * Provide a public transport offer that attracts a diverse customer base * Support the Government's commitments to tackling air pollution and reducing carbon emissions by reducing reliance on private vehicles

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ee9dde4-a0cf-44da-a1f1-075947b4b590
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60112000 - Public road transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£80,260 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jul 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Sep 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jul 20223 years ago
Contract Period
26 Jul 2022 - 26 Jul 2025 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Simon Ip
Contact Email
simon.ip@leics.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1163055390

Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE3 8RA
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Glenfield Faire
Westminster Constituency
Mid Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LIFTANGO

Further Information

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