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title: "ITT: 272000 Provision of Minibus and Coach Transport Services with Driver"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069606"
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# ITT: 272000 Provision of Minibus and Coach Transport Services with Driver

Buyer: DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069606

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## Summary

De Montfort University has initiated a tender process for the provision of minibus and coach transport services with drivers, supporting a variety of journeys for both students and staff. This procurement, tagged under the 'Road transport services' industry category, will cater to transportation needs including academic trips and sports fixtures across the UK. The tender, identified as ITT: 272000, is currently at the active tender stage, following a planning phase. The submission deadline for tenders is 24th August 2026, with related enquiries due by 31st July 2026. The process is under an open procedure, with an award period expected to conclude by 5th October 2026. This project aims to support activities around Leicester, particularly in the region specified as UKF21.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in transportation services, particularly those capable of providing diverse vehicle options that match varying group sizes and requirements, such as additional luggage capacity and accessibility support. The tender is well-suited for SMEs interested in expanding their client base within the academic sector, as the contract is conducive to ongoing participation without establishing a framework agreement. Companies that demonstrate competitive pricing, high service quality, and sustainability practices stand to benefit greatly, especially given the weighting criteria focusing on price (60%), quality (30%), and both sustainability and social value (5% each). Organisations looking to develop local employment and community engagement in Leicester would find this tender especially rewarding.

## Notice

There is a requirement for minibus and coach transport services with a driver to support a range of planned journeys for students and staff across the UK, including academic trips, sports fixtures and other university activities. Group sizes vary, and some journeys may require additional luggage capacity, trailers or accessibility support.

### Planning Information

We’d love your insight – help shape our future procurement 
De Montfort University (DMU) is inviting operators to take part in a Pre‑Market Engagement (PME) to help inform and shape our future procurement approach.
This engagement is being run as a short, structured survey, giving you the opportunity to:
- Share your experience and ideas
- Highlight market innovations or challenges
- Provide feedback that will help us design a more effective and proportionate procurement process
Your input at this stage is invaluable and will directly support our planning and market understanding.
How to take part
To access and submit the survey, please:
1. Register on DMU’s e‑tendering portal, In‑Tend - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/demontfort/aspx/ProjectManage/750
2. Once registered and logged in, click “Express an Interest”
3. The PME survey will then be available for you to download and complete.
4. Once completed, simply upload your response in In‑Tend using the same tab where you found the survey.
5. Alternatively, send your completed survey to Procurement@dmu.ac.uk
Submit your completed response by 17:00 (UK time) on 26th May 2026.
Important information
- This is a market‑shaping exercise only
- It does not form part of a competitive tender process
- Participation (or non‑participation) will not affect any future opportunities

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065562-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 19 Nov 2026 - 30 Nov 2030 |
| 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 | DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY |
| Additional buyers | UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE1 9BH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF21 Leicester |
| Local authority | Leicester |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Leicester South |
| Delivery location | TLF21 Leicester |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60100000 - Road transport services

## Release History

- 13 Jul 2026 at 11:15 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065562-2026
- 11 May 2026 at 15:08 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043151-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065562-2026
  13th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043151-2026
  11th May 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/demontfort/aspx/ProjectManage/753
  Please download documents on DMU's e-tendering portal via https://in-tendhost.co.uk/demontfort/aspx/ProjectManage/753 To download please express an interest on the project so you can download the tender documents!

## Notice URLs

- http://le.ac.uk
- http://www.dmu.ac.uk
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/demontfort/aspx/ProjectManage/750
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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