---
title: "TC076 - DPS for The Provision of Passenger Transport Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0487ab"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "BOLTON COUNCIL"
published: "2024-08-05"
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# TC076 - DPS for The Provision of Passenger Transport Services

Buyer: BOLTON COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0487ab

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## Summary

The Borough Council of Bolton is seeking tenders for the Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of passenger transport services. This procurement falls under the road transport services (CPV code: 60100000) and is categorised as a services contract. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with an open procedure. The submission deadline is set for 4 September 2024 at 16:00, with the contract period ending the same day at 23:59. The total estimated value of the contract is £2,000,000, and it’s being conducted electronically at http://www.the-chest.org.uk.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in road transport services to secure a long-term contract with a regional authority. The DPS model allows for ongoing participation, which means new providers can join at any time during its 5-year duration, thereby offering multiple entry points. Ideal candidates include companies specialising in passenger transport that can meet the specific requirements outlined by Bolton Council. This procurement process can drive business growth by fostering long-term partnerships and providing steady revenue streams.

## Notice

The Borough Council of Bolton ("the Authority") is prepared to receive tenders to be included on the Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Passenger Transport Services Round 7 which will be subject to the information, specification and tender package enclosed. A Dynamic Purchasing System is, in effect, an open framework agreement to which new providers can apply to be appointed to during its life.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Borough Council of Bolton ("the Authority") is prepared to receive tenders to be included on the Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Passenger Transport Services Round 5 which will be subject to the information, specification and tender package enclosed. A Dynamic Purchasing System is, in effect, an open framework agreement to which new providers can apply to be appointed to during its life.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024519-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic, Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | £2,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BOLTON COUNCIL |
| Locality | BOLTON |
| Post town | Bolton |
| Postcode | BL1 1RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD36 Greater Manchester North West |
| Local authority | Bolton |
| Electoral ward | Queens Park & Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bolton North East |
| Delivery location | TLD3 Greater Manchester |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60100000 - Road transport services

## Release History

- 5 Aug 2024 at 13:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024519-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bolton.gov.uk/
- http://www.the-chast.org.uk
- http://www.the-chest.org.uk

## Provenance

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