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Demand Responsive Transport itravel

CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL

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17 Apr 2026 at 14:18

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Demand Responsive Transport itravel" service has been concluded by the Cheshire West and Chester Borough Council. This contract, valued at £1,800,000, falls under the transport services category in England. The procurement method used was an open procedure, allowing for broad participation from potential suppliers. The tender was completed on 9th April 2026, with an award made to Diamond Bus North West on 13th April 2026. The contract period is scheduled from 31st July 2026 through to 30th July 2028.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses within the transport services industry, particularly those specialising in demand-responsive transit solutions. SMEs with a focus on innovation and efficiency in transport provision would find this contract particularly beneficial for growth. Cheshire West and Chester Borough Council's commitment to engaging with diverse suppliers offers an inclusive option for businesses looking to expand their service offerings in the UK market. The large-scale nature of the winning supplier, Diamond Bus North West, further demonstrates the potential for substantial business development and competitive participation in future tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Demand Responsive Transport itravel

Notice Description

Demand Responsive Transport itravel

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1922f64c-2b46-4d64-a899-ff7338a8c719
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Large

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
£1,800,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,800,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jul 2026 - 30 Jul 2028 2-3 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
CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ELLESMERE PORT
Postcode
CH65 0BA
Post Town
Chester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
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
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Central & Grange
Westminster Constituency
Ellesmere Port and Bromborough

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DIAMOND BUS NORTH WEST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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