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Traffic Management Contingency Site

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfTc) has successfully completed the procurement process for a contract entitled "Traffic Management Contingency Site" concerning the potential use of Lydden Hill Racing Circuit for traffic management purposes. This contract falls under the "Parking services" industry category and is geographically located in the South East of the United Kingdom. The procurement was carried out using a limited method, specifically through a negotiated procedure without prior publication, aligning with processes above the threshold. Though the tender period concluded on 6th January 2025, the contract period is set from 1st May 2025 to 31st August 2026. The contract was awarded on 17th April 2025, with a published notice following on 16th May 2025.

This procurement presents a substantive opportunity for business growth, particularly for SMEs considering the suitability criteria met by the supplier, Lydden Hill Race Circuit Limited, who secured the contract valued at £200,000. Such contracts are ideal for businesses operating within the parking and related services industry, specifically those capable of providing infrastructure or services for traffic management in contingency operations. The focus on a limited procurement method could benefit experienced firms adept at negotiating customised arrangements in high-value contexts. The engagement in South East England further offers businesses an opportunity to expand their footprint within a vibrant regional market.

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Notice Title

Traffic Management Contingency Site

Notice Description

This contract is for the potential use of Lydden Hill Racing Circuit for traffic management purposes. No spend is guaranteed through this contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-66d69273-5b19-4ee8-8cad-325c41d07d20
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ccf2568-6c59-4e96-b4f9-22723c5beb12
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

63712400 - Parking services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 31 Aug 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 4AP
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Hunslet & Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LYDDEN HILL RACE CIRCUIT

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