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PLACE870ET Local bus PTU 259 Crich 140 series comprising 6 routes call off from place059 Transport DPS minimum 40 seat capacity

DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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01 Dec 2025 at 13:56

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process facilitated by Derbyshire County Council involves the provision of local bus services, titled "PLACE870ET Local bus PTU 259 Crich 140 series," which includes six routes within England, UK. Classified under the "Road transport services" category, this project requires a minimum 40-seat capacity and utilizes a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) approach. The tender process reached the award stage, with Eric W Bowers Ltd being the supplier. Important dates include the tender period ending on 22nd August 2025, and the contract period running from 2nd October 2025 to 1st October 2026. The contract is valued at £1,572,933.96 GBP.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for companies specializing in transport services, particularly those capable of accommodating larger passenger capacities. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly suited to compete, as the project emphasises SME suitability. With a focus on road transport, businesses that are experienced in operating within local transport networks and utilising innovative fleet management solutions may find this contract particularly advantageous. The procurement encourages competitive pricing and innovative service delivery within the Englands' transport sector.

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Notice Title

PLACE870ET Local bus PTU 259 Crich 140 series comprising 6 routes call off from place059 Transport DPS minimum 40 seat capacity

Notice Description

Provision of Local bus PTU 259 Crich 140 series comprising 6 routes call off from place059 Transport DPS minimum 40 seat capacity

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f3f61767-9d09-4eae-9e92-eeb9bf18d76f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b0f207f-d004-4f89-b505-09e15d1e7a9c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60100000 - Road transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,572,933 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,572,933 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Sep 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Oct 2025 - 1 Oct 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Paul Munday
Contact Email
paul.munday@derbyshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1629535277

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
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
Derbyshire Dales
Electoral Ward
Matlock West
Westminster Constituency
Derbyshire Dales

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ERIC W BOWERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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