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title: "Cambridgeshire County Council - Local Bus Route - Ely Zipper"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-bde38f5a-54ee-490e-969e-a772c2e8d8a0"
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# Cambridgeshire County Council - Local Bus Route - Ely Zipper

Buyer: CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bde38f5a-54ee-490e-969e-a772c2e8d8a0

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## Summary

The Cambridgeshire County Council is currently conducting a tender for the "Ely Zipper" Local Bus Route, classified under transport services. This procurement process is in the active stage and follows an open procurement method, with tenders due by 9th September 2019. The contract is expected to commence on 4th November 2019 and will run for one year, with the total estimated value amounting to £151,935. The service will be delivered in the East of England.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the transport services sector, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their service offerings. Companies that can demonstrate the capability to provide local bus services, including adherence to specific route schedules and ticketing requirements, will be well-positioned to compete. The dual bidding options also allow for flexibility, appealing to a broader range of service providers in the industry.

## Notice

Cambridgeshire County Council wishes to invite tenders for the supply of services in respect of Local Bus Service Contract - Ely Zipper. The Route Schedule details the requirements for this contract, such as the route, timetable, type of vehicle and type of ticketing equipment to be used. Any extra requirements relating to the contract that are not covered in the ITT document or in the Conditions of Contract will be displayed in the Route Schedule under 'Special Conditions'. The Contract for Ely Zipper consists of two options. Bidders MUST submit a cost for both options if they are bidding for this contract. The intended commencement date is scheduled to be 4th November 2019. The Contractor must be able to provide the full service required from the commencement date. For more information please log on and register at https://procontract.due-north.com

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ff68a9c-c60d-47ae-ae35-0bde05f6fcb3 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 Nov 2019 - 3 Nov 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £151,935 |
| 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 | CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN1 1ED |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 8 Aug 2019 at 07:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ff68a9c-c60d-47ae-ae35-0bde05f6fcb3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ff68a9c-c60d-47ae-ae35-0bde05f6fcb3
  8th August 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com
- https://www.lgss.co.uk/about/

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