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Lot 1a - Up to 8 passenger seats for various areas closing 11 September 2023 (F50)

WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL

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13 Apr 2026 at 14:31

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process led by Westmorland and Furness Council focuses on the provision of transport services with up to 8 passenger seats for various areas in England. The procurement falls under the industry category of Transport services, excluding Waste transport (CPV classification: 60000000). The procurement method was an open procedure, allowing multiple suppliers to participate. The tender process reached the award stage, with contracts having commenced on 18th September 2023 and scheduled to conclude on 31st August 2026. Although the tender period concluded on 11th September 2023, the award notice was formally published later on 13th April 2026.

This transport services contract represents a promising opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as it explicitly highlights suitability for SMEs. The contract opens avenues for businesses within the transportation industry in the UK to expand their operations and secure long-term work by servicing the council. Given the nature of the service required, taxi and transport providers, as evidenced by the awarded suppliers, would be well-positioned to compete and benefit from participating in future similar tenders. Such contracts not only provide financial benefits but also enhance business reputation and promote growth through governmental partnerships.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Lot 1a - Up to 8 passenger seats for various areas closing 11 September 2023 (F50)

Notice Description

Lot 1a - Up to 8 passenger seats for various areas closing 11 September 2023 (F50)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5d4f53eb-8ca7-4a91-97f5-b0d4d9450937
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/38b29abe-050c-48dd-9a2b-447423708f2d
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
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 Sep 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Sep 20232 years ago
Contract Period
17 Sep 2023 - 31 Aug 2026 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
WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS 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
6
Supplier Names

ALEX TAXIS

MMK APPLEBY TAXIS

NIGHT AIRPORT TAXIS

SCARR`S CARS

TABS CARS

THANE HUNTLEY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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