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title: "Dynamic Purchasing System for small vehicles, mini buses and coaches"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04f873"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-03-25"
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# Dynamic Purchasing System for small vehicles, mini buses and coaches

Buyer: SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04f873

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## Summary

Sunderland City Council is inviting submissions for a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of small vehicles, mini buses, and coaches under the title "Dynamic Purchasing System for small vehicles, mini buses and coaches." This tender falls under the services industry category, specifically taxi services, with the location set in the Sunderland region (UKC23). The procurement stage is currently in the Tender stage, with the process running until 23rd February 2029. The procurement method used is a restricted procedure, and electronic submissions are required. The process includes four lots covering Hackney carriages, private hire and small vehicles, mini buses, small buses, and large buses/coaches, each with a contract duration of approximately four years. 

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in the transport sector, particularly those offering taxi services, mini buses, and coach hire. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide reliable vehicle hire services will find this opportunity particularly advantageous for expanding their client base and operations. The DPS mechanism allows for ongoing applications and qualification throughout the contract period, making it suitable for companies looking to grow incrementally or enter the public procurement market. Given the regional focus, local businesses in and around Sunderland can particularly benefit from the stable, long-term contracts available through this tender.

## Notice

Sunderland City Council is seeking to establish a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of small vehicles, mini buses and coach hire.

### Lot Information

Lot 1 - Hackney Carriage, Private Hire and Small Vehicles (8 seats and less)

Lot 1 - Hackney Carriage, Private Hire and Small Vehicles (8 seats and less)

Lot 2 - Mini Buses (up to 16 seats)

Lot 2 - Mini Buses (up to 16 seats)

Lot 3 - Small Buses (17-40 seats)

Lot 3 - Small Buses (17-40 seats)

Lot 4 - Large Buses and Coaches (41 seats and above).

Lot 4 - Large Buses and Coaches (41 seats and above).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011131-2025 |
| 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 | 25 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Feb 2029 |
| 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 | Not specified |
| 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 | SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR1 3AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Millfield |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | TLC23 Sunderland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60120000 - Taxi services

## Release History

- 25 Mar 2025 at 14:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011131-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.sunderland.gov.uk
- https://open-uk.org/

## Provenance

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