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Local Bus 43003

CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL

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06 May 2026 at 14:07

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Summary of the contracting process

Cheshire West and Chester Borough Council conducted an open procurement process for the provision of local bus transport services, specifically the bus route 43003 from Northwich to Moulton. The contract, classified under the transport services industry, has been awarded and is valued at £120,000. The tender process was completed with the contract period running from 30th March 2026 to 30th March 2028. Though the procurement stage has reached completion, key dates included the tender period deadline which was 29th January 2026. This procurement involves services to be delivered in England, signalling the focus on enhancing regional transport infrastructure.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses particularly involved in transport services, offering them entry into public sector work and potential for strategic partnerships. Given the suitability criteria, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete in such contracts due to their flexibility and innovative potential in providing transport solutions. Engaging with such contracts can bolster a company's experience and reputation in public sector engagements, paving the way for further business opportunities in regional and potentially national transport services. The awarded supplier, Warrington's Own Buses, underscores the relevance for local transport businesses to participate and compete effectively in these procurement processes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Local Bus 43003

Notice Description

Bus route 43003 Northwich to Moulton

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3912598f-c49f-44a4-b48d-c5d2537589dd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c21e0873-f6ad-4258-bab8-e46719717166
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
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Feb 20263 months ago
Contract Period
29 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2028 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
CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ELLESMERE PORT
Postcode
CH65 0BA
Post Town
Chester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
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
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Central & Grange
Westminster Constituency
Ellesmere Port and Bromborough

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WARRINGTON'S OWN BUSES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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