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title: "DPS for the Provision of Local Bus Services in Leicestershire (LBS1)"
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# DPS for the Provision of Local Bus Services in Leicestershire (LBS1)

Buyer: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e13581b3-94de-46df-b849-cb264f1245ea

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## Summary

Leicestershire County Council has initiated a procurement process for the provision of local bus services in Leicestershire, titled "DPS for the Provision of Local Bus Services in Leicestershire (LBS1)." This contract falls under the category of "Hire of buses and coaches with driver" (CPV code: 60172000) and "Public road transport services" (CPV code: 60112000). The tender, currently active, uses a restricted procedure (above threshold) indicating a selective procurement method. Interested parties must submit their applications by 9th October 2024, with the contract period set to commence on 21st October 2024 and run until 20th October 2026. The project is situated in England, United Kingdom, and holds a budget of £20,000,000 GBP.

This tender provides a promising avenue for business growth, especially for SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) and VCSEs (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises) that are eligible to apply. Firms specialising in local bus services, public transport management, and those offering fleet management services will find this opportunity particularly relevant. The establishment of a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) allows for a flexible and ongoing application process, enabling suitable businesses to compete and potentially secure contracts that can lead to sustained operational growth and regional presence. The competitive yet structured procurement process ensures high standards and offers businesses a clear pathway to collaborate with a significant public sector entity.

## Notice

Establishment of a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of local bus services in Leicestershire. Detail of the DPS and how to apply can be found on the Council's e-tender platform Proactis at https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=6abb68f3-5c6c-ef11-812f-005056b64545

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5986f4e-a59d-45d9-9b33-2e05fda41665 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Oct 2024 - 20 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE3 8RA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Blaby |
| Electoral ward | Glenfield Faire |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Leicestershire |
| 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) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60112000 - Public road transport services
- 60172000 - Hire of buses and coaches with driver

## Release History

- 9 Sep 2024 at 13:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5986f4e-a59d-45d9-9b33-2e05fda41665

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5986f4e-a59d-45d9-9b33-2e05fda41665
  9th September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=6abb68f3-5c6c-ef11-812f-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- https://www.eastmidstenders.org/index.html

## Provenance

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