Tender

Preliminary Market Engagement Demand Responsive Transport (DRT) In North East Lincolnshire

NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

22 Oct 2025 at 10:34

Summary of the contracting process

North East Lincolnshire Borough Council is actively seeking a new partner for the delivery of the Phone 'n' Ride demand responsive transport (DRT) service. This procurement is specifically for public road transport services within North East Lincolnshire, part of the Yorkshire and the Humber region. Currently, in the tender stage, this processes' key deadline for submitting interest is 19 November 2025. The contract is expected to commence on 1 October 2026, lasting up to three years. The Council is considering various options and actively seeking market feedback on potential alternative solutions to ensure value for money and service efficacy.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses operating within the public transport services sector, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Organisations with innovative approaches in transport services or those with a strong track record in demand-based public transport can greatly benefit. By participating, businesses not only gain the opportunity to influence the service delivery model but also position themselves as key players in leveraging public transport solutions that best meet local needs, fostering potential growth through long-term service contracts.

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Notice Title

Preliminary Market Engagement Demand Responsive Transport (DRT) In North East Lincolnshire

Notice Description

The Authority is seeking to appoint a new delivery partner for the continuation of the Phone 'n' Ride Service from 1 October 2026 for period of up to three years. The Authority is keen to consider what other options might be open to it. The purpose of this pre market engagement is to seek views from the market regarding what it considers might be alternative solutions to deliver the Phone 'n' Ride demand responsive transport (DRT) services. The Authority is open to alternative delivery options and isn't committed to the current way or working, providing the desired outcomes continue whilst providing value for money.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4bd7441f-c425-4b7e-bba6-540cb46007d7
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Christina Tabor
Contact Email
christina.tabor@nelincs.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1472326942

Buyer Location

Locality
GRIMSBY, NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE
Postcode
DN31 1HU
Post Town
Doncaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE13 North and North East Lincolnshire
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
North East Lincolnshire
Electoral Ward
West Marsh
Westminster Constituency
Great Grimsby and Cleethorpes

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