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Public Bus Service (Lot 5): SH059 GEORGE JUNCTION - BICKLEIGH - LEE MOOR - PLYMOUTH (5th February 2025)

DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL

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11 Jun 2025 at 13:12

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process detailed is initiated by Devon County Council for a public bus service titled "SH059 GEORGE JUNCTION - BICKLEIGH - LEE MOOR - PLYMOUTH" as part of Lot 5 of their Passenger Transport Dynamic Purchasing System. This contract, classified under the transport services industry (excluding waste transport), is intended to run from 22nd April 2025 to 21st April 2033. The open procedure afforded all interested parties the opportunity to participate, with the tender period closing on 5th February 2025. The award was made to Stagecoach Devon Ltd on 28th February 2025, involving locations across England.

This contract offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in the public transport sector, particularly those capable of providing efficient and reliable bus services. Suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), this tender allows for long-term engagement with a governmental agency like Devon County Council, potentially enhancing business reputation and growth. The extensive contract period provides a stable revenue stream and the chance to establish a lasting partnership with the local authority, ideal for businesses looking to solidify their presence within the transportation industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Public Bus Service (Lot 5): SH059 GEORGE JUNCTION - BICKLEIGH - LEE MOOR - PLYMOUTH (5th February 2025)

Notice Description

This is a mini-competition from Lot 5 of the Devon County Council Passenger Transport Dynamic Purchasing System (CP1185 15). For the supply and provision of one or more public transport contracts throughout Devon. The projected duration of each contract is eight years however the Devon County Council Passenger Transport Standard Conditions of Contract still apply, and therefore either the contractor or DCC can give notice as per the terms and conditions to terminate the contract at any time. For the supply and provision of SH059

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4c01cbc3-171c-4bf3-a680-bbffe43f5765
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/edf9c56d-60be-4175-a528-1c1185e78676
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£211,769 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£169,029 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Feb 202512 months ago
Contract Period
21 Apr 2025 - 21 Apr 2033 Over 5 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
DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Stephen Western
Contact Email
stephen.western@devon.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1392383000

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX2 4QD
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
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
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Newtown and St Leonard's
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STAGECOACH DEVON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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