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WSCC ROUTE 1665 - 4 SEATS - Steyning to APC Worthing - 1 PA

WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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16 Mar 2026 at 09:51

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process, titled "WSCC ROUTE 1665 - 4 SEATS - Steyning to APC Worthing - 1 PA," was led by West Sussex County Council, located in Chichester, South East, United Kingdom. The process is classified under the CPV code 60120000, indicating the industry category of Taxi services. The procurement method employed was selective, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The tender stage is in the award phase, with R GSM SERVICES LTD being the awarded supplier. Key dates include the contract period starting from 1st September 2025 and concluding on 31st July 2026, with the tender period having ended on 18th August 2025. The total contract value is £39,814.50 GBP.

The procurement process presents lucrative business growth opportunities within the transport and logistics sector, particularly for firms offering taxi services. Although not specifically suited for SMEs or VCSEs, companies with capabilities in transportation services, especially those familiar with dynamic purchasing systems, can effectively compete in similar tenders. This contract offers guaranteed business continuity for nearly a year, providing stability and predictable revenue for the selected supplier. Businesses that specialise in efficient transport routes and customer service in regional areas of the United Kingdom would be well-positioned to take advantage of similar procurement opportunities.

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Notice Title

WSCC ROUTE 1665 - 4 SEATS - Steyning to APC Worthing - 1 PA

Notice Description

WSCC ROUTE 1665 - 4 SEATS - Steyning to APC Worthing - 1 PA

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-78fe0e40-b49e-4f25-b6e8-b3ac52d2a1e2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4701ce94-61f5-4119-a1f5-59d5bbbc7ff0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60120000 - Taxi services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£39,814 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£39,814 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Aug 20257 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Jul 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHICHESTER
Postcode
PO19 1RQ
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Chichester
Electoral Ward
Chichester Central
Westminster Constituency
Chichester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

R GSM SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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