Award

Lot 1a for Cumberland Council closing 8 July 2025 (F16)

CUMBERLAND COUNCIL

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Award

09 Jul 2025 at 12:56

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process initiated by Cumberland Council focuses on the provision of transport services within the United Kingdom, under the classification code 60000000. The tender, titled "Lot 1a for Cumberland Council closing 8 July 2025 (F16)," has reached the award stage, with Radio Carlisle Taxis Limited having been selected as the supplier. Key dates include the tender period closing on 8 July 2025 and the contract commencing on 10 July 2025, ending on 19 December 2025. This procurement employed an open procedure method, making it accessible to a wide range of potential bidders.

This tender represents a considerable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) interested in expanding their service offerings, particularly those involved in transport services, excluding waste transport. The successful bidder, being an SME, highlights the inclusivity of the procurement process, suggesting that enterprises of similar scale could find success in similar tenders. Businesses that are seeking to establish or expand their presence in the transport sector in England may find such opportunities beneficial for growth and diversification. Cumberland Council, located in Carlisle, is the purchasing authority, indicating potential for further collaboration with local government entities.

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Notice Title

Lot 1a for Cumberland Council closing 8 July 2025 (F16)

Notice Description

Lot 1a for Cumberland Council closing 8 July 2025 (F16)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0609467d-6123-4d64-b63b-2ed6c112e3bb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a85976e-6d32-4619-9afe-fb380d7f97f0
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

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£6,400 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
9 Jul 2025 - 19 Dec 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CUMBERLAND COUNCIL
Contact Name
Helen Foster
Contact Email
helen.foster@cumbria.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1228221712

Buyer Location

Locality
CARLISLE
Postcode
CA1 1RD
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
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
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RADIO CARLISLE TAXIS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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