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title: "PLACE870ET Local bus PTU 259 Crich 140 series comprising 6 routes call off from place059 Transport DPS minimum 40 seat capacity"
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# PLACE870ET Local bus PTU 259 Crich 140 series comprising 6 routes call off from place059 Transport DPS minimum 40 seat capacity

Buyer: DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f3f61767-9d09-4eae-9e92-eeb9bf18d76f

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## Summary

The procurement process facilitated by Derbyshire County Council involves the provision of local bus services, titled "PLACE870ET Local bus PTU 259 Crich 140 series," which includes six routes within England, UK. Classified under the "Road transport services" category, this project requires a minimum 40-seat capacity and utilizes a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) approach. The tender process reached the award stage, with Eric W Bowers Ltd being the supplier. Important dates include the tender period ending on 22nd August 2025, and the contract period running from 2nd October 2025 to 1st October 2026. The contract is valued at £1,572,933.96 GBP.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for companies specializing in transport services, particularly those capable of accommodating larger passenger capacities. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly suited to compete, as the project emphasises SME suitability. With a focus on road transport, businesses that are experienced in operating within local transport networks and utilising innovative fleet management solutions may find this contract particularly advantageous. The procurement encourages competitive pricing and innovative service delivery within the Englands' transport sector.

## Notice

Provision of Local bus PTU 259 Crich 140 series comprising 6 routes call off from place059 Transport DPS minimum 40 seat capacity

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b0f207f-d004-4f89-b505-09e15d1e7a9c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Oct 2025 - 1 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,572,933 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,572,933 |
| 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 3AG |
| 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 | ERIC W BOWERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60100000 - Road transport services

## Release History

- 1 Dec 2025 at 13:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b0f207f-d004-4f89-b505-09e15d1e7a9c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b0f207f-d004-4f89-b505-09e15d1e7a9c
  1st December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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