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DCC: Lot 1 - 27th April 2026 PCV

DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL

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30 Apr 2026 at 07:10

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Devon County Council involves a contract award under the Passenger Transport Dynamic Purchasing System, specifically for Lot 1, 27th April 2026 PCV. This contract encompasses the provision of home to school transport services throughout Devon, with an expected duration of five years, although early termination is possible according to standard terms. This award process reached its completion on 30th April 2026, following the tender's closure on 27th April 2026. This selective procurement was conducted through a restricted procedure, targeting the transport services sector, excluding waste transport, and includes ambulance services. The contract will commence on 11th May 2026 and conclude on 10th May 2031, covering the South West region of England, with a value of £377,150 awarded to Taw & Torridge Coaches Ltd, identified as an SME.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises specialising in transport services. Businesses experienced in providing reliable and efficient passenger transport or ambulance services can leverage this opportunity to enhance their portfolio and expand across the South West. The contract's substantial value and Devon County Council's established reputation make this an attractive prospect for entities aiming to fortify their position in the transport sector. Furthermore, businesses with expertise in managing transport logistics, particularly within educational contexts, are well-positioned to compete for future opportunities in similar procurement processes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DCC: Lot 1 - 27th April 2026 PCV

Notice Description

This is a mini-competition from Lot 1 of the Devon County Council Passenger Transport Dynamic Purchasing System (CP1185 15). For the supply and provision of one or more home to school transport contracts throughout Devon for eligible scholars. The projected duration of each contract is five years however the Devon County Council Passenger Transport Standard Conditions of Contract still apply, and therefore either the contractor or DCC can give notice as per the terms and conditions to terminate the contract at any time. OKE011

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7e271bad-df8a-4eb6-979e-f50f2b6c9b64
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7187d153-b90f-4b08-9388-7ebcdfdcb075
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
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)

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

85143000 - Ambulance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£332,500 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£377,150 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
10 May 2026 - 10 May 2031 Over 5 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
DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX2 4QD
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Newtown and St Leonard's
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TAW & TORRIDGE COACHES

Further Information

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