Planning

Bus Service Improvement Plan - Infrastructure Construction

DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

17 Apr 2026 at 10:01

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Derbyshire County Council, identified as the buying organisation, is in the planning stage for a procurement process aimed at improving local transport infrastructure. This process is titled "Bus Service Improvement Plan - Infrastructure Construction," and it seeks suitable contractors to contribute to infrastructure enhancements related to bus services. The procurement falls under the "works" category, focusing on construction services for commercial and transport-related buildings, as well as infrastructure consultancy services. The planning document, published on 17th April 2026, outlines a pipeline notice for potential bidders, with an anticipated notice date of 4th May 2026. The contract period is planned to start on 1st June 2026 and end on 31st May 2028, taking place in the UKF1 region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in construction and infrastructure consultancy to expand their operations and secure substantial projects valued at £12 million gross. It is particularly attractive to companies experienced in delivering infrastructure improvements within transport sectors. Given its focus on commercial and transport buildings, firms with capabilities in public sector engagements and those positioned to meet the demands of sub-central government contracts are encouraged to consider bidding. As Derbyshire County Council seeks to enhance its bus services through substantial infrastructure work, companies that are agile, innovative, and equipped with the necessary technical expertise will find this procurement process as a promising avenue for growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bus Service Improvement Plan - Infrastructure Construction

Notice Description

Procurement to seek a suitable contractor/s for the delivery of the Bus Service Improvement Plan - Infrastructure Construction

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068503
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035068-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

45213000 - Construction work for commercial buildings, warehouses and industrial buildings, buildings relating to transport

71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
4 May 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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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
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Local Authority
Derbyshire Dales
Electoral Ward
Matlock West
Westminster Constituency
Derbyshire Dales

Further Information

Notice Documents

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