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title: "Community Mini Buses"
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buyer: "HYTHE TOWN COUNCIL"
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# Community Mini Buses

Buyer: HYTHE TOWN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-92f662ec-d591-4531-afef-4e0e9e5194ed

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## Summary

Hythe Town Council is inviting tenders for the supply of two diesel-powered, Euro 6 compliant mini buses under the title "Community Mini Buses". This contract falls within the industry category for Coaches (CPV 34121500) and is situated in Hythe, England, with a specific delivery address postal code of CT21 6BG. The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, having been published on 12th November 2024 with a closing date for tender submission on 26th November 2024 at 17:00. The procurement method being used is an Open Procedure (above threshold) and the contract period is set to start on 1st January 2025 and end on 1st February 2025. The total value of the contract is estimated at £80,000 GBP.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the automotive manufacturing and transport sectors, particularly those capable of supplying specialised vehicles. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, highlighting a focus on supporting smaller businesses. The requirement for vehicles that do not need a D1 licence to drive can open the market to a diverse range of suppliers. This procurement process is designed for suppliers who can address specific technical specifications such as 17 seats, lightweight construction, and wheelchair accessibility, creating prospects for growth and new business development in this niche market.

## Notice

To supply two diesel-powered (Euro 6 compliant) mini buses each with the following specification: 1/ Have 17 seats including the driver. 2/ Weigh no more than 3,500kg so that no D1 licence is required to drive them. 3/ have a form of wheelchair access. Application by email only to named contact. NB: the stated contract value is for the supply of two vehicles

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/18434e1e-7613-4996-a5b4-1c5b83190a11 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2025 - 1 Feb 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HYTHE TOWN COUNCIL |
| Locality | HYTHE |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT21 6BG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Folkestone and Hythe |
| Electoral ward | Hythe |
| Westminster constituency | Folkestone and Hythe |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34121500 - Coaches

## Release History

- 12 Nov 2024 at 09:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/18434e1e-7613-4996-a5b4-1c5b83190a11

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/18434e1e-7613-4996-a5b4-1c5b83190a11
  12th November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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