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title: "Mainstream Bus S134 Kibworth Mead Academy"
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buyer: "LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-06-15"
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# Mainstream Bus S134 Kibworth Mead Academy

Buyer: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b2e9cced-0e6a-4afa-ad91-c1ea574f5328

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by Leicestershire County Council, titled "Mainstream Bus S134 Kibworth Mead Academy," falls under the non-scheduled passenger transport industry category. This procurement process, completed on 15th June 2026, was for services to be delivered in England, United Kingdom. The tender involved an open procedure and had its tender period ending on 8th June 2026. The contract period is scheduled from 26th August 2026 to 30th July 2029, with a total contract value of £147,345. Dermot Guiney served as the contact point for this procurement, which has been awarded to Ausden Clark Group.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in transport services, particularly those offering passenger transport vehicle hire with drivers. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) can benefit due to the tender's suitability considerations. The open procurement method implies a transparent selection process, encouraging competition and providing growth opportunities for businesses willing to expand their services within the Leicestershire area. Large scale suppliers, such as the successful bidder Ausden Clark Group, serve as an indication of the tender's scope and potential impact on business growth.

## Notice

Mainstream Bus S134 Kibworth Mead Academy

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/63c66b76-8430-4b3c-8c06-25e4c97b8caf |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 25 Aug 2026 - 30 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £258 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £147,345 |
| 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 | LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE3 8RA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Blaby |
| Electoral ward | Glenfield Faire |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Leicestershire |
| 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 | AUSDEN CLARK GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services
- 60140000 - Non-scheduled passenger transport
- 60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

## Release History

- 15 Jun 2026 at 13:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/63c66b76-8430-4b3c-8c06-25e4c97b8caf

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/63c66b76-8430-4b3c-8c06-25e4c97b8caf
  15th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.eastmidstenders.org/index.html

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