Tender

Demand Responsive Transport (DRT) Service

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Tender

27 Sep 2021 at 12:41

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Tender

03 Sep 2021 at 17:24

Tender Notice
Tender

12 Aug 2021 at 09:08

Tender Notice
Tender

12 Aug 2021 at 08:56

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a transport operator for a new Demand Responsive Transport (DRT) Service, funded by the Government's Rural Mobility Fund. This initiative aims to enhance public transport accessibility in rural areas, contributing to social inclusion and reducing carbon emissions. The tender process is active and utilises an open procedure for procurement. The tender submission deadline is set for 8th October 2021, with the contract expected to commence on 16th November 2021 and run until 15th November 2024. The total budget for this project is £600,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the transport and technology sectors, particularly those capable of providing innovative solutions for on-demand transport services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the project supports their participation. Given the requirements for both transport operations and the development of a management App, companies specialising in software development and logistical services would also find this tender relevant for growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Demand Responsive Transport (DRT) Service

Notice Description

Leicestershire County Council (the Authority) requires a transport operator to operate a new demand responsive transport (DRT) service. The service will be funded by the Government's Rural Mobility Fund, which aims to trial on-demand bus services in rural or suburban areas. The objectives of the DRT service, as set out by the Department for Transport (DfT) are to: * Improve access to employment, education, healthcare and other services * Enable greater social inclusion and reduce isolation * Provide a public transport offer that attracts a diverse customer base * Support the Government's commitments to tackling air pollution and reducing carbon emissions by reducing reliance on private vehicles As part of this service an App is also required to manage the service provision which can be tendered for on Lot 2.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b932c56-7f84-45f9-bc19-eea73562b726
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

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60112000 - Public road transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Nov 2021 - 15 Nov 2024 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
LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE3 8RA
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
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
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Glenfield Faire
Westminster Constituency
Mid Leicestershire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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