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Lot 1a Up to 8 Passenger seats Closing 26 November (PRU F22)

CUMBERLAND COUNCIL

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02 Dec 2025 at 10:02

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Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process is for a project titled "Lot 1a Up to 8 Passenger seats Closing 26 November (PRU F22)" overseen by Cumberland Council, headquartered in Carlisle, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on transport services excluding waste transport, with activities occurring within England. The procurement process, now in the award stage, adhered to an open procedure method. The tender concluded on 26 November 2025, and the contract is set to commence on 3 December 2025, lasting until 31 August 2026. The total contract value is £32,142.

This tender represents an opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), offering significant potential for business growth within the transport services sector. Companies with capabilities in passenger transport services could find this process particularly beneficial given its strategic location in England. Suppliers who have been awarded, including Bens Taxis, MaryportTravel, and No Name Travel, showcase the kind of businesses that are well-positioned to excel in this type of contract, highlighting the market's openness to SMEs. These opportunities are indicative of the regional demand for reliable transport solutions, ideal for businesses looking to expand their operations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Lot 1a Up to 8 Passenger seats Closing 26 November (PRU F22)

Notice Description

Lot 1a Up to 8 Passenger seats Closing 26 November (PRU F22)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6fbeb4f7-cc56-4211-ad8a-7aeb63d2ab35
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d6fa64c-5053-4142-8ec1-8a9bb64c6b03
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
£32,142 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
3 Dec 2025 - 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
Helen Foster
Contact Email
helen.foster@cumbria.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1228221712

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
3
Supplier Names

BENS TAXIS

MARYPORTTRAVEL

NO NAME TRAVEL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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