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20 Jul 2022 at 10:29

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Cumbria County Council, who is seeking transport services for Adult Social Care and Special Educational Needs across various locations in the UK, including Aspatria, Barrow in Furness, and Whitehaven. The tender, titled "Lot 1b - for various areas closing 16 August 2021," has completed its tender stage, with an active award issued on 19 August 2021. The contract period runs from 1 September 2021 to 31 August 2025. This open procedure was designed to enhance accessibility to transport services while supporting the wider community.

This tender presents strong opportunities for local transport companies to expand their business offerings, particularly those specialising in social care and educational transport services. Businesses well-suited to compete include small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in providing reliable transport solutions. Engaging in this contract can enhance their visibility and establish long-term relationships with a significant public sector client, further contributing to their growth potential in the regional market.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Lot 1b - for various areas closing 16 August 2021

Notice Description

This mini competition includes Transport Services for Adult Social Care and Special Educational Needs in the following areas: Aspatria Barrow in Furness Cleator Moor Penrith Ulverston Whitehaven Wigton Workington The contract period is not the same for each advertised route. It varies from between 1 year and 4 years, please refer to the Route Instruction forms for details.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-234903a4-c9ff-4cd6-b828-97dd2f5f79f3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f9c8dfc-c74f-4567-b861-a7b279a28de0
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
Not specified
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
20 Jul 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Aug 20215 years ago
Contract Period
1 Sep 2021 - 31 Aug 2025 4-5 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
Cumbria County 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
Postcode Area
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
10
Supplier Names

3D travel

Coast to Coast Transfers Ltd.

Cumbria Taxi

Downton Travel Ltd

freefone taxis

Hobans 1923 Ltd

Jansen Travel Ltd

M & I Travel ltd

neil woodend

Triplettt cumbria limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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