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14/014 Bridgwater-Cannington-Nether Stowey

SOMERSET COUNCIL

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05 Mar 2026 at 09:00

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Summary of the contracting process

Somerset Council is overseeing the procurement process for public road transport services linked to the route 14/014 Bridgwater-Cannington-Nether Stowey-Shurton. This process, classified under the CPV code 60112000, culminated in the award stage with First South West Ltd being named the successful supplier on 5th March 2026. The contract, valued at £571.73, spans from 7th April 2026 to 31st March 2029, with no extension options. Interested parties were required to submit bids by 25th February 2026, with specific focus on cost or subsidy basis. The services will operate year-round from Monday to Saturday, excluding Sundays and Bank Holidays, within Somerset and surrounding areas.

This tender opens avenues for business growth within the transport sector, offering stability with a three-year contract duration. Businesses specialising in local or regional transport services would benefit from competing, particularly those with experience in managing fare revenues and can provide comprehensive operational models. While Somerset Council was the contracting authority, the award went to First South West Ltd, showcasing opportunities for businesses capable of scaling operations to meet community transport needs. With a focus on detailed service planning, especially in fare management, the procurement offers a robust platform for companies aiming to expand their regional transport footprint.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

14/014 Bridgwater-Cannington-Nether Stowey

Notice Description

14/014 Bridgwater-Cannington-Nether Stowey Somerset Council wish to tender the route 14/014 Bridgwater-Cannington-Nether Stowey- Shurton Monday to Saturday all year round. No services on Sundays or Bank Holidays. Bids will be accepted on a cost basis (SCC retains fare revenue) or subsidy (operator retains fare revenue) basis, please make it clear in your submission which basis you are bidding on, failure to do so will leave the bid invalid. Any bid on a subsidy basis must also contain a proposed fare table, failure to provide one will also invalidate the bid. For reference the current fare table is attached. Average weekly Patronage from October 2024 - September 2025 was 721 Please see detailed timetable and map attached. Contract Start 7th April 2026 to 31st March 2029. No extension offer available Tender will close at 12:00 Noon Wednesday 25th February 2026

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/09477584-258f-4a98-9ee1-330bd93ae791
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60112000 - Public road transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£571 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
6 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 2-3 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
SOMERSET COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 4DY
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FIRST SOUTH WEST

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