---
title: "Service 30 - Hercules Road and Mill Corner to Norwich"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066d5b"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-18"
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# Service 30 - Hercules Road and Mill Corner to Norwich

Buyer: NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066d5b

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## Summary

Norfolk County Council, a public authority operating within the sub-central government sector, has completed the procurement process for its "Service 30 - Hercules Road and Mill Corner to Norwich" project. This service, classified under road transport services, falls within the local bus service industry category. The contract was awarded to FIRST EASTERN COUNTIES BUSES LIMITED, a large-scale supplier located in Norwich, United Kingdom. The process, initiated as a tender and below the threshold procurement method, reached completion on 18 March 2026, with the contract period spanning from 13 April 2026 to 11 April 2027. The legal basis for the tender is derived from UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses directly involved in road transport services within the region. The contract, valued at £54,646, offers transportation companies the chance to expand their operations in Norfolk. Businesses with experience in providing local bus services and possessing well-established logistical capabilities, particularly in the UKH15 region, would be well-positioned to compete for similar future contracts. Such engagements not only bolster revenue streams but also enhance local visibility and strengthen community ties through vital transport links.

## Notice

Service 30 - Hercules Road and Mill Corner to Norwich PS54,646.00 De Minimis Local Bus contract

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024526-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 12 Apr 2026 - 11 Apr 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £54,646 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORWICH |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR1 2DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk |
| Local authority | Norwich |
| Electoral ward | Lakenham |
| Westminster constituency | Norwich South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FIRST EASTERN COUNTIES BUSES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60100000 - Road transport services

## Release History

- 18 Mar 2026 at 12:12 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024526-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024526-2026
  18th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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