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GB-Rayleigh: Transport services uk wide

CLEARSPRINGS READY HOMES

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14 Jul 2025 at 09:25

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process initiated by Clearsprings Ready Homes in Rayleigh seeks to appoint proficient transport providers to deliver nationwide transport services, focusing on the transfer of asylum seekers. The service covers a comprehensive range of transport needs, including same-day local transfers and long-distance disbursements, available every day of the year. This tender, classified under motor vehicles for transport purposes, is currently in the tender stage with an open procurement method. The deadline for submissions is 8th August 2025, and the contract period is set to commence on 31st October 2025, running through to 1st November 2028. The procurement is divided into several regional lots, encompassing areas like London, the Southwest, and Wales, providing opportunities for a diverse range of transport providers.

This tender offers numerous opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the transport industry due to the emphasis on regional lots. Providers capable of offering flexible, timely, and reliable transport solutions will find this opportunity well-suited to their strengths. The capacity to handle both local and long-distance travel, with the option to manage waits and alternative pricing models, positions this procurement as an appealing contract for transport companies looking to expand their service offerings and clientele across a wide geographical area within the UK. Businesses with experience in public service transportation can leverage this tender to enhance their market presence and operational scope, contributing to their growth and development in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Rayleigh: Transport services uk wide

Notice Description

CRH is seeking to appoint experienced and capable transport providers, both small and large companies, to deliver a 24/7/365 transportation service that is safe, timely, and responsive to the needs of asylum seekers service users (SU's). The transport service will include a mixture of short and long-distance journeys, with some requiring out-of-area travel for planned moves. Please note licensing requirements detailed below. Providers must demonstrate the capacity and flexibility to manage: *Local, same-day transfers *Regional and cross-regional journeys *Pre-planned long-distance disbursements *Ability to wait up to 30 minutes. Any minutes over will be charged using the providers pricing model. Note, we welcome alternative pricing models as part of your application. To encourage broad participation, the service is divided into regional lots. Providers may bid for one or multiple lots, which are split into regions. *Lot 1: London (North, South, East, West, Central) *Lot 2: Southwest (Swindon, Gloucester, Bristol, Dorset, Exeter, Plymouth) *Lot 3: Wales (Cardiff, Swansea, North Wales, The Valleys) *Lot 4: Southeast (Hampshire, Portsmouth, Essex, Bournemouth, Brighton, Kent, Greater London, Buckinghamshire, Southampton) *Lot 5: Manston, Kent (Coach service, 8- and 16-seater vehicles) Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c7e5e08-28be-4b47-9dfa-1979938bb205
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

34115200 - Motor vehicles for the transport of fewer than 10 persons

34120000 - Motor vehicles for the transport of 10 or more persons

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Oct 2025 - 1 Nov 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CLEARSPRINGS READY HOMES
Contact Name
bids@clearsprings.co.uk
Contact Email
andreaegas-kitchener@clearsprings.co.uk
Contact Phone
07780013826

Buyer Location

Locality
RAYLEIGH
Postcode
SS6 7XJ
Post Town
Southend-on-Sea
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH37 Essex Thames Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Rochford
Electoral Ward
Lodge
Westminster Constituency
Rayleigh and Wickford

Further Information

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