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DPS for the Provision of Local Bus Services in Leicestershire (LBS1)

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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09 Sep 2024 at 13:23

Summary of the contracting process

Leicestershire County Council has initiated a procurement process for the provision of local bus services in Leicestershire, titled "DPS for the Provision of Local Bus Services in Leicestershire (LBS1)." This contract falls under the category of "Hire of buses and coaches with driver" (CPV code: 60172000) and "Public road transport services" (CPV code: 60112000). The tender, currently active, uses a restricted procedure (above threshold) indicating a selective procurement method. Interested parties must submit their applications by 9th October 2024, with the contract period set to commence on 21st October 2024 and run until 20th October 2026. The project is situated in England, United Kingdom, and holds a budget of £20,000,000 GBP.

This tender provides a promising avenue for business growth, especially for SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) and VCSEs (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises) that are eligible to apply. Firms specialising in local bus services, public transport management, and those offering fleet management services will find this opportunity particularly relevant. The establishment of a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) allows for a flexible and ongoing application process, enabling suitable businesses to compete and potentially secure contracts that can lead to sustained operational growth and regional presence. The competitive yet structured procurement process ensures high standards and offers businesses a clear pathway to collaborate with a significant public sector entity.

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Notice Title

DPS for the Provision of Local Bus Services in Leicestershire (LBS1)

Notice Description

Establishment of a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of local bus services in Leicestershire. Detail of the DPS and how to apply can be found on the Council's e-tender platform Proactis at https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=6abb68f3-5c6c-ef11-812f-005056b64545

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e13581b3-94de-46df-b849-cb264f1245ea
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5986f4e-a59d-45d9-9b33-2e05fda41665
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

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60112000 - Public road transport services

60172000 - Hire of buses and coaches with driver

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Oct 2024 - 20 Oct 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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

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