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title: "PLACE288 The Fairfield Connect"
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# PLACE288 The Fairfield Connect

Buyer: DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cbc7a82f-0aa5-4125-9008-b61d277ac3b8

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## Summary

The Derbyshire County Council has awarded a contract for the provision of public-service buses, specifically the withdrawal of the Buxton Town service 185 operated by High Peak Buses. This service cessation is due to commercial viability issues and operational challenges, affecting over 21,000 passenger journeys annually. The contract value is £45,802.50, awarded through a Direct award procurement method. The contract period runs from 11th December 2022 to 11th September 2023, impacting the Fairfield Estate community in England.

This procurement presents an opportunity for businesses in the public-service buses industry to provide essential transportation services. Companies with experience in operating bus services, especially in areas of deprivation like the Fairfield Estate, would be well-suited to compete for such contracts. The award to High Peak Buses highlights the significance of addressing community needs through public transportation services. Understanding the local context and commuter demands will be crucial for businesses aiming to succeed in such procurement processes.

## Notice

Local bus operator, High Peak Buses has informed the Council of its intention to withdraw its Buxton Town service 185 that runs between Burlow and the Fairfield Estate via Buxton and Harpur Hill with effect from 11 December 2022. The 185 is a commercial service and its withdrawal will impact over 21,272 passenger journeys per year. High Peak Buses has cited commercial viability as the prime reason for the withdrawal, however, driver shortages and retentions have also contributed to the operational difficulties. A local Councillor has expressed a disappointment over the prospect of the 185 being withdrawn and explained that there will be missed opportunities along the route to serve new residential areas. The public are dissatisfied by the loss and have explained the importance of retaining this travel link. The Council is certain that the withdrawal of the 185 service will have a negative impact on the communities it serves. For instance, under the proposals, the Fairfield Estate, an area of deprivation, will be left without a bus service and sufficient access to much needed local amenities such as shops and healthcare.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dae5a57e-9960-4cb8-93b6-c46c528ab352 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Dec 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Dec 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Dec 2022 |
| Contract period | 11 Dec 2022 - 11 Sep 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £45,802 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £45,802 |
| 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 | DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MATLOCK |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE4 3FW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF13 South and West Derbyshire |
| Local authority | Derbyshire Dales |
| Electoral ward | Matlock West |
| Westminster constituency | Derbyshire Dales |
| 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 | HIGH PEAK BUSES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34121100 - Public-service buses

## Release History

- 21 Dec 2022 at 10:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dae5a57e-9960-4cb8-93b6-c46c528ab352

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dae5a57e-9960-4cb8-93b6-c46c528ab352
  21st December 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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