---
title: "DPS for the Provision of Local Bus Services in Leicestershire (LBS1)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04993a"
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buyer: "LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2024-09-09"
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# DPS for the Provision of Local Bus Services in Leicestershire (LBS1)

Buyer: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04993a

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## Summary

Leicestershire County Council is seeking bids for the provision of local bus services in Leicestershire through a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS). The procurement process, titled "DPS for the Provision of Local Bus Services in Leicestershire (LBS1)", falls under the services category with the CPV classification "Public road transport services" (60112000). The procurement is currently in the 'Tender' stage, and interested parties must submit their bids electronically by 9th October 2024. The total contract value is estimated at £20,000,000, and the DPS will last initially for 24 months until October 2026, with the option to extend for an additional two years. The service is focused on the delivery of public road transport services within Leicestershire.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in transportation, particularly those specialising in passenger transport vehicle hire with drivers (60170000). Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and larger firms with experience in public transport services are well-suited to compete. Winning this contract can facilitate business growth by securing a steady stream of revenue and enhancing the firm's portfolio and reputation in the public transport sector. The DPS procurement method encourages a competitive selection process, making it ideal for businesses eager to establish or expand their market presence in Leicestershire.

## Notice

Establishment of a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of local bus services in the county of Leicestershire.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Establishment of a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of local bus services in the county of Leicestershire.

Options: Initial contract period 24 months to October 2026, with option to extend for a further 2 x 12 month periods to October 2028.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028792-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| 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 | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000,000 |
| Lots value | £20,000,000 |
| 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 | 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 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60112000 - Public road transport services
- 60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

## Release History

- 9 Sep 2024 at 13:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028792-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert/Index?advertId=6abb68f3-5c6c-ef11-812f-005056b64545
- https://www.eastmidstenders.org/index.html
- https://www.leicestershire.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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