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title: "Public Bus Service (Lot 5): TR372 Bideford - Holsworthy (26th September 2024)"
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# Public Bus Service (Lot 5): TR372 Bideford - Holsworthy (26th September 2024)

Buyer: DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-da98323a-8d33-4a42-a539-4cae8d27470b

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## Summary

The procurement process for the provision of the public bus service (TR372 Bideford - Holsworthy) was managed by Devon County Council, identified by tender ID DVNCC001-DN741281-08362711. The contract falls under the industry category of transport services (excluding waste transport), specifically targeting the region of England, United Kingdom. This procurement reached the award stage with the contract awarded to Stagecoach Devon Ltd. The key dates include the tender period ending on 26th September 2024, and the contract period spanning from 6th November 2024 to 6th November 2032. The open procedure procurement method was used, ensuring transparency and fair competition.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in public transport services, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The contract's extensive eight-year duration provides stability and potential for long-term growth. Companies with expertise in managing or supplying public bus transportation services stand to benefit greatly. Given the engagement of a large, well-established supplier like Stagecoach Devon Ltd, there might be sub-contracting or partnership opportunities for smaller businesses looking to expand their portfolios and gain experience in long-term transport service contracts.

## Notice

This is a mini-competition from Lot 5 of the Devon County Council Passenger Transport Dynamic Purchasing System (CP1185 15). For the supply and provision of one or more public transport contracts throughout Devon. The projected duration of each contract is eight years however the Devon County Council Passenger Transport Standard Conditions of Contract still apply, and therefore either the contractor or DCC can give notice as per the terms and conditions to terminate the contract at any time. For the supply and provision of TR372

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16395775-979f-4380-8286-f016599bfc22 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 5 Nov 2024 - 5 Nov 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £13,828 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £13,828 |
| 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 | DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX2 4QD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Newtown and St Leonard's |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| 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 | STAGECOACH DEVON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 13 Nov 2024 at 10:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16395775-979f-4380-8286-f016599bfc22

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16395775-979f-4380-8286-f016599bfc22
  13th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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