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PLACE1051ET PTS 270 School Transport to Tibshelf and Bolsover Schools

DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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09 Mar 2026 at 09:46

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "PLACE1051ET PTS 270 School Transport to Tibshelf and Bolsover Schools" was conducted by Derbyshire County Council, based in Matlock, United Kingdom. The tender falls under the industry category of road transport services and utilises a selective procurement method through a restricted procedure. The process is in the award stage, with the contract awarded on 6th March 2026. The service is valued at £327,750 and spans from 13th April 2026 to 12th April 2029, with possible extensions. The necessary service will be provided within the United Kingdom, and the project aligns with public service obligations under the Transport Act 1985.

This tender offers growth opportunities especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in transport services, given the specific requirement for school transport operations. With a focus on maintaining regular and safe transport for students, businesses with experience in managing school transport routes or that can offer competitive pricing and reliable service delivery could benefit significantly. The awarded supplier, Johnson Bros Tours Ltd, an SME, highlights that businesses in this category are well-positioned to compete successfully in similar procurement opportunities, capitalising on the ongoing need for dependable school transport solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PLACE1051ET PTS 270 School Transport to Tibshelf and Bolsover Schools

Notice Description

PLACE1051ET for the operation of a school bus service in accordance with PLACE059 Transport DPS and Section 89 of the Transport Act 1985 Routes will commence on the 13th of April 2026 for a period of three years, with options to extend by 1 + 1 year (five years in total) unless otherwise stated.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-672da119-2bcf-46fb-8a65-c9e1790c2009
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a83fe07-64fa-4f28-ad41-2d8e76e2bccd
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60100000 - Road transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£327,750 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£327,750 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
3 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
12 Apr 2026 - 12 Apr 2029 3-4 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
DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MATLOCK
Postcode
DE4 3AG
Post Town
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Derbyshire Dales
Electoral Ward
Matlock West
Westminster Constituency
Derbyshire Dales

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JOHNSON BROS TOURS

Further Information

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