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LCC - Purchase of 16 Seater Minibuses

LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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08 Aug 2025 at 10:42

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for purchasing 16 seater minibuses has been managed by Lincolnshire County Council (LCC), based in Lincoln, England. This process is classified under the industry category 'Minibuses' with CPV code '34114400', addressing the local bus service needs across the East Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, suitable for both SMEs and VCSEs. The contract award date was 1st August 2025, with the contract period commencing on 8th August 2025 and concluding on 1st October 2025. The procurement stage currently reflected is Award, indicating the completion of the tender process.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in vehicle manufacturing or supply. The open procurement method provides a fair competitive landscape for SMEs and larger businesses alike, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to expand their business footprint in the transport and automotive sectors. Suppliers with expertise in producing accessible and roadworthy vehicles will find this tender particularly advantageous. The successful bidding process has been concluded with EVM Direct Ltd being awarded the contract, showcasing opportunities for collaboration with local councils and contributing to the enhancement of public services.

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Notice Title

LCC - Purchase of 16 Seater Minibuses

Notice Description

CallConnect is Lincolnshire County Council's (LCC) demand responsive transport solution (DRT), providing local bus services across the county whilst also supporting education and social care transport. This service is delivered through a fleet of 50 accessible vehicles, 15 of which are 16 seater minibuses. These minibuses are coming to the end of their service life and are in need of replacing to reduce the revenue burden placed on the authority to maintain and service the vehicles to an appropriate road worthy standard.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/04e36c30-58a3-40cb-922e-f72e09477fba
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34114400 - Minibuses

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,548,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,548,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Aug 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jul 20258 months ago
Contract Period
7 Aug 2025 - 1 Oct 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LINCOLN
Postcode
LN1 1YL
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Lincoln
Electoral Ward
Carholme
Westminster Constituency
Lincoln

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EVM DIRECT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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