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PLACE689ET Batch 19 SEND Specialised Transport Routes Call off from the PLACE059 Passenger Transport DPS

DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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27 Jan 2026 at 12:44

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "PLACE689ET Batch 19 SEND Specialised Transport Routes Call off from the PLACE059 Passenger Transport DPS" contract was managed by Derbyshire County Council. This tender, part of the transport industry, specifically falls under the category of transport services excluding waste transport, with additional focus on road and taxi services. The contract, valued at £135,415, runs from 18th November 2024 to 31st July 2025. The award stage was completed on 27th January 2026, following competitive bids which closed on 12th November 2024 at 9 am. The procurement utilised a selective method through a restricted procedure, and it was aimed at providing services across the United Kingdom.

This tender presents notable growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), as indicated by its suitability criteria. Businesses equipped to provide specialised transport services have an opportunity to build a robust portfolio through this contract. The tender attracted a range of suppliers such as Carsmart, Swad Cars, Green Destinations Ltd, Qais Travel, and Eagle City Cars, demonstrating its appeal to diverse companies within the transport sector. Companies looking to expand in regional transport services, particularly those with expertise in SEND transport routes, would find this contract advantageous for business expansion and network growth in the Derbyshire area and beyond.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PLACE689ET Batch 19 SEND Specialised Transport Routes Call off from the PLACE059 Passenger Transport DPS

Notice Description

PLACE689ET Batch 19 SEND Specialised Transport Routes Call off from the PLACE059 Passenger Transport DPS The tender has been split into lots that are required across the region.Contracts runs from November 2024 to 31st July 2025, closing date for bids 12th November 9am

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e2715a29-6fe3-49be-8480-b52ef5448dfa
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/795bbc99-b456-4767-a9cf-5ede878bdbe1
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

60100000 - Road transport services

60120000 - Taxi services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£135,415 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£135,415 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20264 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
18 Nov 2024 - 31 Jul 2025 6-12 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
DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MATLOCK
Postcode
DE4 3AG
Post Town
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Derbyshire Dales
Electoral Ward
Matlock West
Westminster Constituency
Derbyshire Dales

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
5
Supplier Names

CARSMART

EAGLE CITY CARS

GREEN DESTINATIONS

QAIS TRAVEL

SWAD CARS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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