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Lot 1a - Up to 8 passenger seats closing 6 July 2026 (PRU F47)

CUMBERLAND COUNCIL

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08 Jul 2026 at 10:27

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, managed by Cumberland Council, involved the awarding of a contract for "Lot 1a - Up to 8 passenger seats" under the transportation services category. The tender process was conducted using the open procedure method and was in the 'Award' stage as of 8 July 2026. The services are to be delivered within England, UK, with the contract period running from 9 July 2026 to 31 August 2026. This complements the tender's classification under CPV code 60000000, highlighting its focus on transport services excluding waste. Key dates include the tender period ending on 6 July 2026 and the award date being 8 July 2026.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in transport services. SMEs, such as n & c taxi services, which was awarded the contract, are well-suited to meet the requirements due to the tender's specified necessity for up to 8 passenger seats. Businesses engaged in the transport sector can benefit from further engagements with public bodies like Cumberland Council, thereby expanding their reach and securing a stable stream of income through government contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Lot 1a - Up to 8 passenger seats closing 6 July 2026 (PRU F47)

Notice Description

Lot 1a - Up to 8 passenger seats closing 6 July 2026 (PRU F47)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dafe814d-2da6-4852-b7ce-5f1d91cb86d4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed428fcb-5683-4cf2-b8e3-87d60a6a80c1
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
£448 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
8 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 1-6 months
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
CUMBERLAND COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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
1
Supplier Name

N & C TAXI SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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