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title: "KBRNCDB - The Robin North Cotswolds Service"
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buyer: "GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-16"
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# KBRNCDB - The Robin North Cotswolds Service

Buyer: GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c4a12b33-7df1-48f7-9b88-66fea31bc362

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "KBRNCDB - The Robin North Cotswolds Service" contract has been completed by Gloucestershire County Council, the buying organisation based in Gloucester. This contract falls under the industry category of non-scheduled passenger transport services, specifically for public and special-purpose road passenger-transport services. The service is to be delivered within the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tender stage concluded on 16th March 2026, with the award being published on the same day. The awarded contract, valued at £82,500, will commence on 31st May 2026 and conclude on 31st October 2026. The procurement method was noted as "Other," suitable for SMEs and VCSEs.

This tender opens up substantial opportunities for businesses in the passenger transport sector, particularly those specialising in non-scheduled services or vehicle hire with drivers. Companies like Pulham & Sons Coaches Ltd, which was awarded the contract, exemplify the type of SME that can successfully compete. Those with expertise in managing transport operations within the UK and offering adaptable services are well-suited to pursue future similar procurement opportunities. The inclusion of SMEs and VCSEs indicates a focus on fostering growth within smaller and community-focused entities, thus facilitating broader business development within the transport industry across the South West region.

## Notice

Public Transport. Passenger Transport Service.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f4def6d-c9f2-4f8a-be15-d7a79bfb0a5b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 May 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £82,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £82,500 |
| 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 | GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | GLOUCESTER |
| Post town | Gloucester |
| Postcode | GL1 2TH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK73 Gloucestershire CC |
| Local authority | Gloucester |
| Electoral ward | Westgate |
| Westminster constituency | Gloucester |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PULHAM & SONS COACHES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60112000 - Public road transport services
- 60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services
- 60140000 - Non-scheduled passenger transport
- 60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

## Release History

- 16 Mar 2026 at 16:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f4def6d-c9f2-4f8a-be15-d7a79bfb0a5b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f4def6d-c9f2-4f8a-be15-d7a79bfb0a5b
  16th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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