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title: "PLACE1051ET PTS 270 School Transport to Tibshelf and Bolsover Schools"
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# PLACE1051ET PTS 270 School Transport to Tibshelf and Bolsover Schools

Buyer: DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-672da119-2bcf-46fb-8a65-c9e1790c2009

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## Summary

The procurement process for "PLACE1051ET PTS 270 School Transport to Tibshelf and Bolsover Schools" was conducted by Derbyshire County Council, based in Matlock, United Kingdom. The tender falls under the industry category of road transport services and utilises a selective procurement method through a restricted procedure. The process is in the award stage, with the contract awarded on 6th March 2026. The service is valued at £327,750 and spans from 13th April 2026 to 12th April 2029, with possible extensions. The necessary service will be provided within the United Kingdom, and the project aligns with public service obligations under the Transport Act 1985.

This tender offers growth opportunities especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in transport services, given the specific requirement for school transport operations. With a focus on maintaining regular and safe transport for students, businesses with experience in managing school transport routes or that can offer competitive pricing and reliable service delivery could benefit significantly. The awarded supplier, Johnson Bros Tours Ltd, an SME, highlights that businesses in this category are well-positioned to compete successfully in similar procurement opportunities, capitalising on the ongoing need for dependable school transport solutions.

## Notice

PLACE1051ET for the operation of a school bus service in accordance with PLACE059 Transport DPS and Section 89 of the Transport Act 1985 Routes will commence on the 13th of April 2026 for a period of three years, with options to extend by 1 + 1 year (five years in total) unless otherwise stated.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a83fe07-64fa-4f28-ad41-2d8e76e2bccd |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 12 Apr 2026 - 12 Apr 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £327,750 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £327,750 |
| 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 | DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MATLOCK |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE4 3AG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF13 South and West Derbyshire |
| Local authority | Derbyshire Dales |
| Electoral ward | Matlock West |
| Westminster constituency | Derbyshire Dales |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | JOHNSON BROS TOURS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60100000 - Road transport services

## Release History

- 9 Mar 2026 at 09:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a83fe07-64fa-4f28-ad41-2d8e76e2bccd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a83fe07-64fa-4f28-ad41-2d8e76e2bccd
  9th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/

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