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title: "Lot 1a - up to 8 passenger seats - Closing 24 April 2026 (PRU F40)"
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# Lot 1a - up to 8 passenger seats - Closing 24 April 2026 (PRU F40)

Buyer: CUMBERLAND COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-771bad5f-dbb9-4973-9269-085a539e3bb4

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Cumberland Council for "Lot 1a - up to 8 passenger seats" has reached the award stage, with the contract granted on 27 April 2026. The tender falls under the transport services industry category, particularly excluding waste transport, and is set within England, United Kingdom. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, inviting broad participation. The contract period is slated to begin on 28 April 2026 and conclude on 31 August 2026. The process involved Cumberland Council acting as the buyer, and Jess Travel Ltd, a large-scale supplier, has been selected for the execution of services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the transport services industry, particularly those capable of accommodating up to eight passenger seats. Given the open procurement method, companies of varying scales, including small and medium enterprises, have the opportunity to engage and compete. Businesses aspiring to collaborate with public sector entities can benefit from increased visibility and potential growth by servicing local regions within England. The project is conducive to businesses aiming to expand their service offerings in public transport solutions while complying with local procurement standards.

## Notice

Lot 1a - up to 8 passenger seats - Closing 24 April 2026 (PRU F40)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0dfb72d0-a7c3-4157-9816-e3d6544f9bc2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 27 Apr 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,380 |
| 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 | CUMBERLAND 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 | 1 |
| Supplier names | JESS TRAVEL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 27 Apr 2026 at 11:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0dfb72d0-a7c3-4157-9816-e3d6544f9bc2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0dfb72d0-a7c3-4157-9816-e3d6544f9bc2
  27th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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