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title: "17/009 Demand Responsive Transport (Slinky) - Sedgmoore"
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# 17/009 Demand Responsive Transport (Slinky) - Sedgmoore

Buyer: SOMERSET COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c2948db4-9fb0-489f-8e92-cc6d3b7461c6

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## Summary

Somerset Council has concluded the awarding stage for the procurement of Demand Responsive Transport (Slinky) services in Sedgemoor. This project, classified under the public road transport services category (CPV code 60112000), requires the provision of three vehicles to serve specific geographical areas detailed in the contract. The contract has a start date of 2nd September 2024 and is set to end on 31st August 2026, with a possible extension for up to two additional one-year periods. The tendering process closed at noon on the 14th of June 2024, and the awarded contract, valued at £419.5 GBP, was published on 27th August 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in transport services, particularly those capable of managing and maintaining small fleets of vehicles. It is well-suited for companies able to provide public transport solutions with an emphasis on flexibility and responsiveness to community needs. Businesses with the capability to offer additional services, such as extended hours of operation and integration with modern technology, would be particularly competitive. SMEs and VCSE organisations, however, may find the contract's requirements challenging, given the high level of resource commitment needed. The opportunity allows multiple or variant bids, enabling businesses to extend their services across different district areas within the county, thus enhancing their market presence and operational scope.

## Notice

Demand Responsive Transport (Slinky) - Sedgmoore Provision for Demand Responsive Transport: 3 vehicles required to cover the geographical location on appendix 1. Contract Vehicles; associated maintenance; fuel provided. Please factor into your bid the associated costs of cash handling. See attached Slinky Contract documentation for detailed information of terms and conditions to supplement standard DPS terms and conditions of supply, standard templates and district zone information for areas and days of Service provision. Appendix 1 within the Slinky Contract contains detailed mapping of the geographical areas covered on which days, along with the location of each vehicle. As part of the contract, we will require the winning bidder to submit Data Return Sheets by the 15th of each month, copies of which are attached (Appendix 3). Prompt submission of returns will enable SC to analyse services across the life of the contract. Tenders are separate for each district area of the County, however, variant/multiple bids encompassing two (or more) district areas are welcomed and more than one tender response can be submitted by the Supplier. In the event of a variant bid - please upload your proposal as an attachment and make clear the basis of the combined offer by tailoring your quality question responses and price entries accordingly. As part of your bid, please supply: Daily rate for core service hours for Slinky DRT only (There will be a 'day rate' item for you to enter rate) Hourly rate for running additional routed public service journeys at the beginning and end of each day (Example: Scheduled journeys into Strode college AM & PM), scheduled to fit in around the Demand Responsive Service. This will only be required if a need arose within a specified Slinky geographical area and may change over the life of the contract (Please enter hourly rate in the questionnaire section, under 5: Additional / Reduced Miles) Dependant on future funding opportunities, please confirm whether you have the resources available to extend the Demand Responsive Service to accommodate evenings and Saturdays. If yes, please submit an hourly rate as part of your bid (Please enter hourly rate in the questionnaire section, under 5: Additional / Reduced Miles) Dependant on future funding opportunities, there may be a requirement to introduce new technology and back-office systems which would provide enhancements such as real time information, an App or on-line booking systems and cashless payment. As part of your bid, please confirm whether you agree to work with SC in the event of new technology being introduced, if funding is secured during the contract period. The winning bidder would not incur the costs of any new technology and support/training would be provided to accommodate this. Service to begin on 01/09/2024. Contract end date is 31/08/2026. The Authority may extend this Call-Off Contract by two (2) further one (1) year periods. If the Authority wishes to extend this Call-Off Contract, it shall give the Approved Supplier not less than thirty (30) days' written notice. Tender will close at 12:00 Noon Friday 14th June 2024

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/131a1a9b-d5f4-4f63-892a-a44f25094180 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Sep 2024 - 31 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £419 |
| 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 | SOMERSET COUNCIL |
| Locality | TAUNTON |
| Post town | Taunton |
| Postcode | TA1 4DY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Bishop's Hull & Taunton West |
| Westminster constituency | Taunton and Wellington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOMERSET COUNCIL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60112000 - Public road transport services

## Release History

- 27 Aug 2024 at 15:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/131a1a9b-d5f4-4f63-892a-a44f25094180

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/131a1a9b-d5f4-4f63-892a-a44f25094180
  27th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
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