---
title: "Service 90 Thetford to Norwich Sundays and Bank Holidays"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06dc7f"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-08-05"
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# Service 90 Thetford to Norwich Sundays and Bank Holidays

Buyer: NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06dc7f

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## Summary

Norfolk County Council has completed a public procurement process for "Service 90 Thetford to Norwich Sundays and Bank Holidays," classified under road transport services. This contract is part of a de minimis Local Bus contract serving the Thetford and Norwich area. The tender, initiated as a "Below threshold - unknown" procurement method, saw the contract awarded to Coach Services Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise. The procurement covered services from July 2026 to July 2027, with a potential extension if deemed beneficial for the council. This award was part of a publicly accessible contract, documented in accordance with UKPGA 2023/54, and was made official on 5th August 2026.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the transport services sector, particularly those experienced in operating local bus routes. With the contract value being significant within its scope, it offers stable financial inflow for the duration of the service. Businesses offering scalable local transport solutions that can meet community needs while providing value for money are well-suited to engage in similar procurement processes. Additionally, the extension option provides room for long-term collaboration, making it an enticing opportunity for SMEs looking to establish or expand their groundwork in the public sector transport arena.

## Notice

Service 90 Thetford to Norwich Sundays and Bank Holidays. PS61,560.00 De minimis Local Bus contract serving Thetford and Norwich.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074237-2026 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 18 Jul 2026 - 23 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £40,600 |

## 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 | COACH SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60100000 - Road transport services

## Release History

- 5 Aug 2026 at 13:06 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074237-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074237-2026
  5th August 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://coachservicesltd.co.uk
- http://www.norfolk.gov.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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