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title: "DCC: Lot 1 - 27th April 2026 PCV"
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# DCC: Lot 1 - 27th April 2026 PCV

Buyer: DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7e271bad-df8a-4eb6-979e-f50f2b6c9b64

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Devon County Council involves a contract award under the Passenger Transport Dynamic Purchasing System, specifically for Lot 1, 27th April 2026 PCV. This contract encompasses the provision of home to school transport services throughout Devon, with an expected duration of five years, although early termination is possible according to standard terms. This award process reached its completion on 30th April 2026, following the tender's closure on 27th April 2026. This selective procurement was conducted through a restricted procedure, targeting the transport services sector, excluding waste transport, and includes ambulance services. The contract will commence on 11th May 2026 and conclude on 10th May 2031, covering the South West region of England, with a value of £377,150 awarded to Taw & Torridge Coaches Ltd, identified as an SME.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises specialising in transport services. Businesses experienced in providing reliable and efficient passenger transport or ambulance services can leverage this opportunity to enhance their portfolio and expand across the South West. The contract's substantial value and Devon County Council's established reputation make this an attractive prospect for entities aiming to fortify their position in the transport sector. Furthermore, businesses with expertise in managing transport logistics, particularly within educational contexts, are well-positioned to compete for future opportunities in similar procurement processes.

## Notice

This is a mini-competition from Lot 1 of the Devon County Council Passenger Transport Dynamic Purchasing System (CP1185 15). For the supply and provision of one or more home to school transport contracts throughout Devon for eligible scholars. The projected duration of each contract is five years however the Devon County Council Passenger Transport Standard Conditions of Contract still apply, and therefore either the contractor or DCC can give notice as per the terms and conditions to terminate the contract at any time. OKE011

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7187d153-b90f-4b08-9388-7ebcdfdcb075 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| 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 | 30 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 10 May 2026 - 10 May 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £332,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £377,150 |
| 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 | DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX2 4QD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Newtown and St Leonard's |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TAW & TORRIDGE COACHES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
- 85143000 - Ambulance services

## Release History

- 30 Apr 2026 at 07:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7187d153-b90f-4b08-9388-7ebcdfdcb075

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7187d153-b90f-4b08-9388-7ebcdfdcb075
  30th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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