---
title: "Tender Phase 9, 2016 - LOCAL BUS TRANSPORT (OJEU)"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-fa7f5dd1-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fa7f5dd1-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fa7f5dd1-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fa7f5dd1-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json"
source: "Contracts Finder"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "TRANSPORT SERVICE SOLUTIONS TRADING ASCHESHIRE EAST BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2016-11-18"
---

# Tender Phase 9, 2016 - LOCAL BUS TRANSPORT (OJEU)

Buyer: TRANSPORT SERVICE SOLUTIONS TRADING ASCHESHIRE EAST BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fa7f5dd1-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fa7f5dd1-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fa7f5dd1-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json)

## Summary

The procurement process involves Transport Service Solutions, a wholly owned company of Cheshire East Council, seeking tenders for the "Tender Phase 9, 2016 – LOCAL BUS TRANSPORT" project, focused on transport services in the North West region of the United Kingdom. The tender, open for submissions until 19 August 2016, has a contract value of £6,598,460 and is classified under the CPV category of transport services (excluding waste transport). The contract is expected to commence on 24 October 2016, with the possibility of extension for a maximum of seven years. Interested parties should refer to detailed documentation available on the CHEST website for specific requirements, including vehicle accessibility and staffing needs.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the transport services sector, particularly those offering accessible vehicle options and driver services for client transportation. Companies specialising in similar services, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), are well-positioned to compete. By engaging in this procurement, businesses can expand their operational reach in the East of Cheshire and potentially secure long-term contracts with a reputable public authority.

## Notice

Vehicles with drivers are required to transport clients to various locations in the East of Cheshire and surrounding areas. Detailed information of routes, days of operation, whether wheelchair accessible vehicles are required and whether passenger assistants as well as drivers are required, will be detailed in the tender documentation on the chest website. Transport Service Solutions, (TSS herein), gives no guarantee or warranty or makes any representation as to the accuracy of any indicative volumes or as to the value of the work during the contract period. Possible variations to lots - Should this happen, updated information will be provided via The CHEST website. TSS may exercise an option to extend the Contract for a further period or periods of up to a maximum of 7 years in total. The successful operator(s) will need to complete contract documentation prior to the contract start date and therefore may be required to travel to our office in Crewe to complete the fore-mentioned paperwork. A copy of the current terms and conditions will be available with the tender documentation on the CHEST website. TSS reserve the right not to award any of the listed lots Transport Service Solutions (TSS) is a wholly owned company of Cheshire East Council and assumes all rights, obligations and liabilities previously assumed by Cheshire East Borough Council Transport.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b92e658-000a-4c00-ae31-fc72f6fffa67 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Nov 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Aug 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 23 Oct 2016 - 24 Oct 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £6,598,460 |
| 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 | TRANSPORT SERVICE SOLUTIONS TRADING ASCHESHIRE EAST BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | CREWE |
| Post town | Crewe |
| Postcode | CW1 2BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD62 Cheshire East |
| Local authority | Cheshire East |
| Electoral ward | Crewe Central |
| Westminster constituency | Crewe and Nantwich |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b92e658-000a-4c00-ae31-fc72f6fffa67

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b92e658-000a-4c00-ae31-fc72f6fffa67
  3rd August 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fa7f5dd1-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fa7f5dd1-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json.