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title: "Lot 1a - Up to 8 passenger seats for various areas closing 18 September 2023 (F53-3)"
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# Lot 1a - Up to 8 passenger seats for various areas closing 18 September 2023 (F53-3)

Buyer: WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-06a81394-f436-4375-9d9c-e22fc6705e0e

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## Summary

The procurement process for "Lot 1a - Up to 8 passenger seats for various areas" was led by Westmorland and Furness Council. This tender, classified under the industry category of transport services, was held in England, United Kingdom. The process used an open procurement method and was conducted through an open procedure, marking its completion. The tendering stage concluded on the 18th of September 2023, with the contract starting on the 23rd of September 2023 and set to end on the 31st of August 2026. The council aimed to procure transport services, specifically excluding waste transport. The contract was awarded to multiple suppliers, including Denis Murphy Taxis, ETL Taxi, and Irvings taxi hire, on 22nd September 2023.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the provision of passenger transport services, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as it was specifically noted as suitable for such. The open procurement process facilitates a competitive environment, encouraging businesses to participate and potentially secure a steady service contract for up to three years. Given its focus on passenger transport services across various areas, businesses proficient in these services should consider this type of tender an essential opportunity for expanding their client base and increasing their market presence.

## Notice

Lot 1a - Up to 8 passenger seats for various areas closing 18 September 2023 (F53-3)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c93cd67f-2e8b-4c93-bc3c-29c86d924df5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Sep 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Sep 2023 |
| Contract period | 22 Sep 2023 - 31 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL |
| Locality | CARLISLE |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA1 1RD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Carlisle |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | DENIS MURPHY TAXIS; ETL TAXI; IRVINGS TAXI HIRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 13 Apr 2026 at 15:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c93cd67f-2e8b-4c93-bc3c-29c86d924df5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c93cd67f-2e8b-4c93-bc3c-29c86d924df5
  13th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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