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title: "Wareham Level Crossing - Provision of crossing attendants"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-97be0523-8eec-4002-b907-0b8da6331cec"
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buyer: "DORSET COUNCIL"
published: "2021-10-14"
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# Wareham Level Crossing - Provision of crossing attendants

Buyer: DORSET COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-97be0523-8eec-4002-b907-0b8da6331cec

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## Summary

The Wareham Level Crossing project, initiated by Dorset Council, is seeking tenders for the provision of crossing attendants over a three-year contract period, starting from 1st August 2021 to 31st July 2024. The procurement process is currently in the award stage, with a total contract value of £360,000. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, and the tender period closed on 9th July 2021. This opportunity is classified under the industry category of transport services, specifically regarding support services for railway transport, and is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in transport and security services. Businesses with expertise in railway operations, staffing, and related logistical support will find this contract especially relevant. Given the open nature of the procurement process, interested suppliers are encouraged to consider how their services can meet the needs of Dorset Council, gaining valuable experience and potentially expanding their operations in the public sector.

## Notice

Tenders are being sought for provision of crossing attendants at Wareham Level Crossing for a 3 year contract term.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddfc9441-9c3c-45fb-aed8-24baf1083461 |
| 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 | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jul 2021 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2021 - 31 Jul 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £360,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £360,000 |
| 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 | DORSET COUNCIL |
| Locality | DORCHESTER |
| Post town | Dorchester |
| Postcode | DT1 1UZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK64 Dorset |
| Local authority | Dorset |
| Electoral ward | Dorchester West |
| Westminster constituency | West Dorset |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | STM GROUP (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
- 63711000 - Support services for railway transport
- 79710000 - Security services

## Release History

- 14 Oct 2021 at 13:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddfc9441-9c3c-45fb-aed8-24baf1083461
- 7 Jun 2021 at 10:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c23a4e3f-2ffb-4292-a1d0-9c000b470712

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddfc9441-9c3c-45fb-aed8-24baf1083461
  14th October 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c23a4e3f-2ffb-4292-a1d0-9c000b470712
  7th June 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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