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Lot 1a - Up to 8 passenger seats for various areas closing 18 September 2023 (F53-3)

WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL

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13 Apr 2026 at 15:12

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Lot 1a - Up to 8 passenger seats for various areas" was led by Westmorland and Furness Council. This tender, classified under the industry category of transport services, was held in England, United Kingdom. The process used an open procurement method and was conducted through an open procedure, marking its completion. The tendering stage concluded on the 18th of September 2023, with the contract starting on the 23rd of September 2023 and set to end on the 31st of August 2026. The council aimed to procure transport services, specifically excluding waste transport. The contract was awarded to multiple suppliers, including Denis Murphy Taxis, ETL Taxi, and Irvings taxi hire, on 22nd September 2023.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the provision of passenger transport services, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as it was specifically noted as suitable for such. The open procurement process facilitates a competitive environment, encouraging businesses to participate and potentially secure a steady service contract for up to three years. Given its focus on passenger transport services across various areas, businesses proficient in these services should consider this type of tender an essential opportunity for expanding their client base and increasing their market presence.

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Notice Title

Lot 1a - Up to 8 passenger seats for various areas closing 18 September 2023 (F53-3)

Notice Description

Lot 1a - Up to 8 passenger seats for various areas closing 18 September 2023 (F53-3)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-06a81394-f436-4375-9d9c-e22fc6705e0e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c93cd67f-2e8b-4c93-bc3c-29c86d924df5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 Sep 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Sep 20232 years ago
Contract Period
22 Sep 2023 - 31 Aug 2026 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
3
Supplier Names

DENIS MURPHY TAXIS

ETL TAXI

IRVINGS TAXI HIRE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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