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Service 4 Norwich to Dereham via Yaxham Saturdays, Sundays and school Holidays

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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18 Mar 2026 at 14:36

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Norfolk County Council pertains to the provision of road transport services, specifically Service 4, which runs between Norwich and Dereham via Yaxham on Saturdays, Sundays, and school holidays. This procurement, classified under services and with CPV code 60100000, falls within the public authority - sub-central government category. The contract, valued at £99,475, was awarded to KONECTBUS LIMITED, a supplier based in Newcastle Upon Tyne. The contract was signed on the 4th of March 2026 and is set to commence on the 13th of April 2026, running until the 11th of April 2027. The procurement method was classified as below threshold, with the status listed as complete.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in road transport services, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in local bus services. With Norfolk County Council acting as the purchasing authority, businesses that can offer reliable and cost-effective transport solutions will find this contract to be a promising opportunity. The location of the service, primarily in the UKH region, coupled with regular weekend and holiday scheduling, makes it suitable for those seeking steady, recurring engagements. Given its extensive coverage and frequency, businesses with capabilities in efficient management and operational expertise will be well-positioned to compete for such contracts in the future.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Service 4 Norwich to Dereham via Yaxham Saturdays, Sundays and school Holidays

Notice Description

Service 4 Norwich to Dereham via Yaxham Saturdays, Sundays and school Holidays PS99,475.00 De Minimis Local Bus contract

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066dca
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024677-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£99,475 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
12 Apr 2026 - 11 Apr 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR1 2DH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KONECTBUS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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