Tender

Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Passenger Transport Services

FLINTSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Flintshire County Council has initiated a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of passenger transport services, classified under the road transport services category (CPV code: 60100000). This procurement process is intended to secure services over an extended period until October 27th, 2028, with the primary location being Flintshire, UK (region UKL23). This DPS system is open for new applications, providing an opportunity for suppliers to apply through the Proactis Source to Contract Portal. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, facilitating an accessible and transparent submission process with electronic submissions due by March 31st, 2026. Flintshire County Council, a regional authority known for delivering general public services, serves as the contracting authority and can be contacted via procurement@flintshire.gov.uk.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, specifically targeting companies specialising in high-quality, cost-effective passenger transport services. The DPS covers diverse transport requirements, including local bus services, educational transport, and community-based services, hence offering a broad spectrum of potential contracts for service providers. With individual contracts awarded through further competitions, businesses that demonstrate robust service capabilities will find ample opportunity to establish or expand their footprint within the public transport sector. Consortia and companies capable of integrating Community Benefits into their service delivery, aligning with socio-economic objectives, will be notably well-placed to compete effectively under this DPS. Service providers who meet the minimum criteria for quality and pricing set out in the DPS will be invited to take part in future competitions, which could significantly enhance their business prospects in the region.

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Notice Title

Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Passenger Transport Services

Notice Description

Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Passenger Transport Services (New/Reapplications)

Lot Information

Lot 1

Please see notice Ref: 41795-2017 (2017/S 024-041795) Published 03/02/2017FEB185178 and Notice Ref: ocds-kuma6s-073526 Published 22/11/2017 Flintshire County Council (the Council) established a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Passenger Transport in 2017. Due to the previous notification in respect of this DPS having closed on the 31/03/2023 we are issuing a new notice, as the DPS remains open for new applications via Proactis Source to Contract Portal (https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com) **Suppliers already accepted on to the DPS DO NOT need to reapply** Under the DPS Service Providers operate, who are fully capable of providing safe, high quality, responsive and cost effective passenger transport services, to include Local Bus Services Routes, Mainstream Education, SEN, Music Services, Post 16, Short Term Care, Children's and Adult Services, Emergency Cover Contingency Arrangements and Community Based Transport. Individual contracts are awarded via further competition, with all suppliers successfully admitted to the DPS invited to participate in all calls for further competition via the Proactis Source to Contract Portal. Additional information: **PLEASE NOTE - Suppliers already accepted on to the DPS DO NOT need to re-apply** Log in to the Proactis Supplier Portal to access information relating this DPS and submit an application:- https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com

Renewal: DPS will be reviewed and if requirements remain the same and no amendments to the DPS are required then the DPS will be extended and remain open to new applications beyond 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03c976
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022709-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic, Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60100000 - Road transport services

60112000 - Public road transport services

60120000 - Taxi services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£48,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 May 2023 - 31 Mar 2026 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FLINTSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FLINTSHIRE
Postcode
CH7 6NA
Post Town
Chester
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL3 North Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL34 Flintshire and Wrexham
Delivery Location
TLL23 Flintshire and Wrexham

Local Authority
Flintshire
Electoral Ward
Mold East
Westminster Constituency
Clwyd East

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