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PLACE1090ET SEND Summer 25 Batch 58 South- A Call-Off from the PLACE059 Passenger Transport DPS

DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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05 Mar 2026 at 11:01

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Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process initiated by Derbyshire County Council, concerning SEND specialised transport routes titled "PLACE1090ET SEND Summer 25 Batch 58 South" has progressed to the "Award" stage. The contract, valued at £538,250, falls under the CPV classification for road transport services. The procurement utilises an open procedure method and addresses service requirements across five distinct lots within England, United Kingdom. The award was made active on 26th February 2026, following a tender that closed on the 24th February 2026. Contracts are set to commence on 27th February 2026, concluding by 26th February 2028, with a possible 12-month extension. The council mandates bidders to provide detailed pricing and DBS certification information as part of the competitive process.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for SMEs specialising in passenger transport services, particularly those capable of delivering tailored transport routes across England. Businesses such as Awami Travel LTD, SAYMEZ CARS, and D G Private Hire Limited, the awarded suppliers, demonstrate the tender's suitability for small enterprises possessing expertise in transport logistics and compliance with specific DBS requirements. Companies seeking to expand their operations in road transport services, ensuring competitive pricing and regulatory adherence, are well-suited to compete in similar tenders, thereby fostering business growth in a niche yet critical sector catering to special transport needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PLACE1090ET SEND Summer 25 Batch 58 South- A Call-Off from the PLACE059 Passenger Transport DPS

Notice Description

SEND Specialised Transport Routes. This is a call-off from the PLACE059 Passenger Transport DPS. The tender is made up of 5 service areas (lots) that are required within the region. Providers are invited to bid on one or multiple services (where applicable) by including pricing based in mileage within the Appendix B Price Schedule. Each service area provides detail of mileage and contract length. Contracts run from February 2026 with an option to extend by 12 months. Closing date for bids is 24th February 2026 at 12:00 hours ***See revised section 37 in the terms and conditions. PLEASE NOTE, FAILURE TO PROVIDE THE BELOW INFORMATION MAY RENDER YOUR BID NON-COMPLIANT*** Please complete Cost Per Mile and Variable Mileage Rates within the bid form (Appendix B Price schedule) ***Bidders Must provide the following DBS information for all proposed drivers and passenger assistants *** 1.DBS certificate numbers and issue dates AND *** 2. A Scanned copy of enhanced DBS Certificates for all proposed drivers and passenger assistants

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f8fb6a6e-5d7c-40b3-88d6-bb2f399c2c5a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/015e37cc-59d2-4469-abc5-57192a51b0be
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

60100000 - Road transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£538,250 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£538,250 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
27 Feb 2026 - 26 Feb 2028 1-2 years
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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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
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
3
Supplier Names

AWAMI TRAVEL

D G PRIVATE HIRE

SAYMEZ CARS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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