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title: "Lot 1b - Up to 8 passenger seats (with passenger assistant) for various areas closing 03 May 2024 (F17W&F/3)"
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# Lot 1b - Up to 8 passenger seats (with passenger assistant) for various areas closing 03 May 2024 (F17W&F/3)

Buyer: WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d6258bbb-1511-40e6-b6a5-be35872d20f4

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## Summary

Westmorland and Furness Council have completed a public procurement process for the acquisition of transport services under Lot 1b. This tender, titled "Lot 1b - Up to 8 passenger seats (with passenger assistant) for various areas closing 03 May 2024 (F17W&F/3)," falls under the industry category of transport services (excluding waste transport) and covers various regions within England. The procurement stage is complete, with the award having been made on 7 May 2024, following an open procedure. The contract will commence on 13 May 2024 and conclude on 31 August 2026. The total contract value is £69,372.50 GBP, and the procurement was open to SMEs, though not specifically targeting Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs).

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the transport sector, particularly those capable of providing passenger transport services with auxiliary support. SMEs like gtbtransportservices and Herdwick Travel, which have been awarded the contract, demonstrate that smaller enterprises have a viable chance to win these contracts. Suitable businesses are those experienced in managing passenger transport logistics, ensuring safety, and offering reliable services across various regions in England. This procurement represents an excellent growth opportunity for businesses looking to expand their market presence and demonstrate their capabilities in handling public sector transportation needs.

## Notice

Lot 1b - Up to 8 passenger seats (with passenger assistant) for various areas closing 03 May 2024 (F17W&F/3)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d59a952-b555-45ee-b4a8-9548315c8a75 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 3 May 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 May 2024 |
| Contract period | 12 May 2024 - 31 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £69,372 |
| 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 | WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL |
| Locality | CARLISLE |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA1 1RD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Carlisle |
| 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 | 2 |
| Supplier names | GTBTRANSPORTSERVICES; HERDWICK TRAVEL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 28 Oct 2024 at 15:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d59a952-b555-45ee-b4a8-9548315c8a75

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d59a952-b555-45ee-b4a8-9548315c8a75
  28th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk/

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