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Mini Competition 30 - 1 Pupil from Llwyn Dic Penderyn, Georgetown

MERTHYR TYDFIL COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL

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03 Mar 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council has concluded a procurement process titled "Mini Competition 30 - 1 Pupil from Llwyn Dic Penderyn, Georgetown," under the industry category of general public services. This selective procurement followed a restricted procedure to award a contract for an individual scheduled route suitable for vehicles with 1-4 seats. The contract was awarded to Evan's Taxi & Minibus Hire, a small and medium-sized enterprise, with a contract value of £5,544 GBP. The contract, signed on 5th January 2026, is part of a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) established for education and social care transport services, covering various vehicle capacities and types, including wheelchair accessible options. The procurement process is complete, and the DPS commenced on 7th August 2024, with an initial duration of five years, subject to further extension up to 24 months based on performance.

This tender represents an opportunity for businesses within the transport sector, particularly those specialising in small passenger vehicles, minibus operations, and accessible transport services, to engage with public sector procurement in the region. The DPS structure supports diverse companies, from small enterprises to larger transport providers, encouraging competition across different lots. The procurement process highlights the potential for long-term partnerships with Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council, facilitating business growth through governmental contracts. Companies with experience in providing high-quality, cost-effective transport solutions can leverage this platform to expand their market presence and build substantial relationships within the local authority framework. The council's use of eTenderWales for future competitions ensures ongoing accessibility and engagement opportunities for interested suppliers over the DPS's lifecycle.

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Notice Title

Mini Competition 30 - 1 Pupil from Llwyn Dic Penderyn, Georgetown

Notice Description

The procurement for an individual scheduled route appropriate to vehicles with 1-4 seats

Lot Information

Lot 1

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council has established a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of a high quality and cost effective Education and Social Care Transport Service. The requirements covers bus, taxi, minibus and wheelchair accessible vehicles. The DPS is structured into the following 5 lots: Lot 1: 4-8 seat vehicles Lot 2: 9-16 seat vehicles Lot 3: 17-49 seat vehicles Lot 4: 50+ seat vehicles Lot 5: Wheelchair accessible vehicles The DPS commenced on 7th August 2024 and will run for an initial period of 5 years with an option to be extended for a further period of up to 24 months (reviewable on an annual basis and subject to performance). NOTE 1: The authority is using eTenderWales to carry out further competitions under this DPS. The SQQ is active and will remain live and accessible to potential tenderers for the duration of the DPS.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-162375
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=162375
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
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)

60112000 - Public road transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£5,544 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jan 20263 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MERTHYR TYDFIL COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MERTHYR TYDFIL
Postcode
CF47 8AN
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL15 Central Valleys

Local Authority
Merthyr Tydfil
Electoral Ward
Town
Westminster Constituency
Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EVAN'S TAXI & MINIBUS HIRE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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