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Dynamic Purchasing System for Small Vehicles, Mini Buses and Coaches

SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Sunderland City Council is conducting a procurement process for the establishment of a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) focused on the provision of small vehicles, mini buses, and coaches. This initiative falls under the industry category of 'Motor vehicles for the transport of 10 or more persons' and encompasses additional classifications such as 'Transport services (excl. Waste transport)'. The procurement stage is currently in the tender amendment phase, with amendments made in accordance with The Public Contract Regulations 2015, Regulation 34 (14)b. The DPS's remaining contract value is estimated to be around £20,000,000, and it will run until 23rd February 2029. The procurement method being used is a restricted procedure above threshold.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses within the transport services sector, specifically those providing small vehicles, mini buses, and coach hire. Ideal candidates include SMEs and VCSEs with relevant experience in the North East of England who can supply motor vehicles for the transport of 10 or more persons. By participating in this DPS, businesses can secure long-term contracts and recurring revenue, thus fostering growth and stability. Sunderland City Council encourages existing suppliers partied to this DPS to maintain their current positions without needing to reapply.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Dynamic Purchasing System for Small Vehicles, Mini Buses and Coaches

Notice Description

Sunderland City Council is seeking to establish a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for The Provision of Small Vehicles, Mini Bus and Coach Hire. Additional information: The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at https://www.open-uk.org/opportunities The remaining contract value for this DPS is estimated to be in the region of PS20,000,000. The months stated in Section 1 of this notice refer to the remaining period of the DPS including the extended timeframe until 23rd February 2029. The amendments to this notice are in accordance with The Public Contract Regulations 2015, Regulation 34 (14)b. Existing suppliers partied to this DPS do not need to reapply to join.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1df20c7-f5d0-45dc-84ed-80efd2289599
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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

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

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jul 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2016 - 23 Feb 2029 Over 5 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
SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3AA
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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