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Lot 1a - up to 8 passenger seats - Closing 24 April 2026 (PRU F40)

CUMBERLAND COUNCIL

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27 Apr 2026 at 11:39

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Cumberland Council for "Lot 1a - up to 8 passenger seats" has reached the award stage, with the contract granted on 27 April 2026. The tender falls under the transport services industry category, particularly excluding waste transport, and is set within England, United Kingdom. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, inviting broad participation. The contract period is slated to begin on 28 April 2026 and conclude on 31 August 2026. The process involved Cumberland Council acting as the buyer, and Jess Travel Ltd, a large-scale supplier, has been selected for the execution of services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the transport services industry, particularly those capable of accommodating up to eight passenger seats. Given the open procurement method, companies of varying scales, including small and medium enterprises, have the opportunity to engage and compete. Businesses aspiring to collaborate with public sector entities can benefit from increased visibility and potential growth by servicing local regions within England. The project is conducive to businesses aiming to expand their service offerings in public transport solutions while complying with local procurement standards.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Lot 1a - up to 8 passenger seats - Closing 24 April 2026 (PRU F40)

Notice Description

Lot 1a - up to 8 passenger seats - Closing 24 April 2026 (PRU F40)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-771bad5f-dbb9-4973-9269-085a539e3bb4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0dfb72d0-a7c3-4157-9816-e3d6544f9bc2
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
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,380 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
27 Apr 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 1-6 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
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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
1
Supplier Name

JESS TRAVEL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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