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title: "TVCA-PROC-0382 - Darlington Bus Service 16"
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# TVCA-PROC-0382 - Darlington Bus Service 16

Buyer: TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY GROUP, AND TEESSIDE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b6b70255-ede0-4f1d-b40c-158cd383b976

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## Summary

Tees Valley Combined Authority Group and Teesside International Airport, coordinating with Darlington Borough Council, have completed the procurement process for the Darlington Bus Service 16 under the tender ID STSC001-DN723435-50717640. This contract, classified under CPV 60112000 for Public Road Transport Services, covers various areas in Darlington, England, aiming to enhance local transportation. The open procedure tender, which started on 10th May 2024, concluded on 24th May 2024, with the contract running from 1st August 2024 to 31st March 2025. The total contract value is £100,000, with an award made to Stagecoach North East on 23rd July 2024. Key stakeholders include Kelechi Peter-Bello as the contact point.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in public transport services, particularly those well-acquainted with local government contracts. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to engage, enhancing their portfolio and increasing their foothold in public transportation solutions. The success of providers like Stagecoach North East in such contracts demonstrates the viability and growth potential in this sector for businesses that can deliver reliable and efficient services.

## Notice

Working in co-ordination with the Darlington Borough Council, Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA) will like to support a bus service to provide coverage to areas across Darlington. Please see tender documents for further detail. These can be found on the ProContract e-tendering portal: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=1e92d118-c60e-ef11-812b-005056b64545&fromProjectDashboard=True. You will need to register as a supplier to gain access to the tender documentation. Registration is free.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc2d3538-3569-433a-80d2-e1ddc6205c30 |
| 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 | 19 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 24 May 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Sep 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £83,503 |
| 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 | TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY GROUP, AND TEESSIDE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT |
| Locality | DARLINGTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL2 1NJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC33 Darlington |
| Local authority | Darlington |
| Electoral ward | Sadberge & Middleton St George |
| Westminster constituency | Stockton West |
| 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 | STAGECOACH NORTH EAST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60112000 - Public road transport services

## Release History

- 19 Aug 2024 at 10:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc2d3538-3569-433a-80d2-e1ddc6205c30
- 10 May 2024 at 12:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/436bda97-4772-4cb0-83a7-b992c3d7320b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc2d3538-3569-433a-80d2-e1ddc6205c30
  19th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/436bda97-4772-4cb0-83a7-b992c3d7320b
  10th May 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=1e92d118-c60e-ef11-812b-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=1e92d118-c60e-ef11-812b-005056b64545&fromProjectDashboard=True
- https://teesvalley-ca.gov.uk/

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