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Lot 1a Up to 8 Passenger seats Closing 22 December (PRUF25)

CUMBERLAND COUNCIL

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13 Jan 2026 at 16:14

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "Lot 1a Up to 8 Passenger seats Closing 22 December (PRUF25)" was conducted by Cumberland Council. This tender falls under the services category, specifically targeting transport services, and is set in the United Kingdom, within the region of England. The process has reached the award stage, with the contract being awarded on 23 December 2025. The procurement method used was an open procedure, and the contract period runs from 7 January 2026 to 31 August 2026. Key dates include the tender period ending on 22 December 2025.

This tender presents growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as it is designated as suitable for such organisations. Businesses specialising in transport services, particularly those capable of accommodating up to eight passengers, could significantly benefit. With a contract value of £8,482.50, the opportunity may appeal especially to SMEs like Warren Plant Ltd, the current supplier, who are looking to expand their client base and engage in providing transport solutions for regional needs. Cumberland Council’s openness to SMEs ensures a competitive bidding process, making it ideal for enterprises seeking to enhance their presence in the public sector transport services market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Lot 1a Up to 8 Passenger seats Closing 22 December (PRUF25)

Notice Description

Lot 1a Up to 8 Passenger seats Closing 22 December (PRUF25)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4513e607-f103-4d0d-b3b5-ecd2a633b0e9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aab220b7-053a-4f9d-9447-fb96e68b242c
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
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£8,482 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
7 Jan 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 6-12 months
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
CUMBERLAND 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
Post Town
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
1
Supplier Name

WARREN PLANT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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