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HPFT - Minibus Transport Hire

HERTFORDSHIRE PARTNERSHIP UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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02 Jun 2026 at 12:04

Summary of the contracting process

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust has completed a procurement process to provide minibus transport hire services, with the award going to Reachers Cars & Minibuses Ltd. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically targeting transport services excluding waste transport, within the UKH23 region of the United Kingdom. The contract is set to be active from 1st May 2026 until 31st October 2027, having been signed on 15th April 2026. This contract was procured using a direct method, classified as below threshold without competition, and involves a total value of GBP 71,898.81.

This contract presents an opportunity for businesses involved in transport services to expand their portfolio, especially for those capable of managing long-term commitments with institutions like the NHS Trusts. Companies specialising in vehicle hire services with a strong emphasis on reliability and compliance with legal standards are well-suited to engage in this sector. Such contracts provide significant visibility and a platform for SMEs to collaborate with central government organisations, enhancing their experience and reputation in public sector projects.

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Notice Title

HPFT - Minibus Transport Hire

Notice Description

The Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust has awarded a contract to the supplier Reachers Cars & Mini Bus for the provision of Minibus Transport Hire between 01/05/26 - 31/10/2027

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ab6d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051870-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£71,898 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HERTFORDSHIRE PARTNERSHIP UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HATFIELD
Postcode
AL10 8YE
Post Town
St Albans
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Welwyn Hatfield
Electoral Ward
Hatfield East
Westminster Constituency
Welwyn Hatfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

REACHERS CARS & MINIBUSES

Further Information

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