Tender

Dynamic Purchasing System for small vehicles, mini buses and coaches

SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

25 Mar 2025 at 14:03

Summary of the contracting process

Sunderland City Council is inviting submissions for a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of small vehicles, mini buses, and coaches under the title "Dynamic Purchasing System for small vehicles, mini buses and coaches." This tender falls under the services industry category, specifically taxi services, with the location set in the Sunderland region (UKC23). The procurement stage is currently in the Tender stage, with the process running until 23rd February 2029. The procurement method used is a restricted procedure, and electronic submissions are required. The process includes four lots covering Hackney carriages, private hire and small vehicles, mini buses, small buses, and large buses/coaches, each with a contract duration of approximately four years.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in the transport sector, particularly those offering taxi services, mini buses, and coach hire. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide reliable vehicle hire services will find this opportunity particularly advantageous for expanding their client base and operations. The DPS mechanism allows for ongoing applications and qualification throughout the contract period, making it suitable for companies looking to grow incrementally or enter the public procurement market. Given the regional focus, local businesses in and around Sunderland can particularly benefit from the stable, long-term contracts available through this tender.

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Notice Title

Dynamic Purchasing System for small vehicles, mini buses and coaches

Notice Description

Sunderland City Council is seeking to establish a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of small vehicles, mini buses and coach hire.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Hackney Carriage, Private Hire and Small Vehicles (8 seats and less)

Lot 1 - Hackney Carriage, Private Hire and Small Vehicles (8 seats and less)

Lot 2 - Mini Buses (up to 16 seats)

Lot 2 - Mini Buses (up to 16 seats)

Lot 3 - Small Buses (17-40 seats)

Lot 3 - Small Buses (17-40 seats)

Lot 4 - Large Buses and Coaches (41 seats and above).

Lot 4 - Large Buses and Coaches (41 seats and above).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04f873
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011131-2025
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
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60120000 - Taxi services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 20294 years to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
corporate.procurement@sunderland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3AA
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC23 Sunderland

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

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