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Lot 1a - Up to 8 passenger seats closing 27 May 2025 (PRU F5)

CUMBERLAND COUNCIL

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29 May 2025 at 11:50

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process facilitated by Cumberland Council has reached the award stage for the tender titled "Lot 1a - Up to 8 passenger seats", which falls under the transport services category. This contract is specifically staged in England, United Kingdom. The tender followed an open procedure method, allowing broad participation and competition. The tender process began with an end date of 27 May 2025, and subsequently, the contract is set to commence on 2 June 2025, concluding by 31 August 2025. This procurement opportunity was classified with the CPV code 60000000, indicating a focus on transport services excluding waste transport.

This contract presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as indicated by the procurement suitability criteria. Two suppliers, Justcabs and M & I Travel Ltd, both identified as SMEs, have been awarded the contract, highlighting the accessibility of this procurement opportunity for smaller businesses. Companies specialising in transport services with a fleet capable of accommodating up to eight passengers would particularly benefit from participating in such tenders, fostering potential business growth through diversified contract pursuit. The overall contract value amounts to £2,975, indicating potential for niche service providers to make impactful contributions within the regional transport sector.

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Notice Title

Lot 1a - Up to 8 passenger seats closing 27 May 2025 (PRU F5)

Notice Description

Lot 1a - Up to 8 passenger seats closing 27 May 2025 (PRU F5)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a9ad65ee-2e30-481f-846f-31bfd74d26f8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7b266cd-d512-49ea-9778-f1e39d2b72f4
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
£2,975 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jun 2025 - 31 Aug 2025 1-6 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
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
2
Supplier Names

JUSTCABS

M & I TRAVEL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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