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title: "Coach and Mini Bus Hire for Durham University Sport Teams 2019/2020"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8fd5428a-6b58-41e7-9634-1a73a759d20e"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DURHAM UNIVERSITY"
published: "2019-11-04"
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# Coach and Mini Bus Hire for Durham University Sport Teams 2019/2020

Buyer: DURHAM UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8fd5428a-6b58-41e7-9634-1a73a759d20e

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Durham University, which has issued a tender titled "Coach and Mini Bus Hire for Durham University Sport Teams 2019/2020" in the travel services sector. The procurement method used was a direct approach through a single tender action, as the contract value of £98,865 fell below the threshold for competitive bidding. The tender period concluded on 16th September 2019, with the contract being effective from 1st October 2019 until 31st July 2020, located in the North East of England.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses that specialise in transport services, particularly smaller enterprises looking to expand their contract portfolio. Companies that provide coach and mini bus hire are well-suited to compete, as the university is seeking reliable service providers for its sports teams. Engaging in this contract could significantly enhance a supplier’s visibility and credibility within the public sector.

## Notice

Coach and Mini Bus Hire for Durham University Sport Teams 2019/2020

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01bdaf2e-7f70-4145-9a1d-7faa8c4d889b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Nov 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Sep 2019 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2019 - 31 Jul 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £98,865 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £98,865 |
| 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 | DURHAM UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 3LE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Durham South |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | COMPASS ROYSTON TRAVEL; STANLEY TRAVEL (NORTH EAST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 63515000 - Travel services

## Release History

- 4 Nov 2019 at 13:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01bdaf2e-7f70-4145-9a1d-7faa8c4d889b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01bdaf2e-7f70-4145-9a1d-7faa8c4d889b
  4th November 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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