---
title: "Mini Competition 27 - 3 Pupils to Ty Dysgu Dowlais"
ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-159689"
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source: "Sell2Wales"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MERTHYR TYDFIL COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2025-12-19"
---

# Mini Competition 27 - 3 Pupils to Ty Dysgu Dowlais

Buyer: MERTHYR TYDFIL COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-kuma6s-159689

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## Summary

The procurement process, managed by Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council, pertains to the award stage of a selective tender titled "Mini Competition 27 - 3 Pupils to Ty Dysgu Dowlais", classified under the industry category of general public services. This contract is located in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales (UKL15) and is focused on providing services specifically designed for vehicles with 4-8 seats. The tender utilised a restricted procedure procurement method and was part of the council's ongoing Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Education and Social Care Transport. The DPS commenced on 7th August 2024 and is set to run for an initial period of five years, offering an option for a 24-month extension. The contract, valued at £16,500, was signed on 17th November 2025 with First Call Travel Ltd as the supplier.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the transport services sector, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of providing high-quality and cost-effective transport solutions. As the award criterion focused on price, competitive pricing strategies could be advantageous for potential bidders. Engaging in such contracts can allow businesses to grow their local presence and demonstrate their capabilities to public sector clients. Companies with a fleet of vehicles suited for small to medium transport requirements would be particularly well-suited to participate in similar future procurements under the DPS framework.

## Notice

The procurement for an individual scheduled route appropriate to vehicles with 4-8 seats

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council has established a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of a high quality and cost effective Education and Social Care Transport Service. The requirements covers bus, taxi, minibus and wheelchair accessible vehicles. The DPS is structured into the following 5 lots: Lot 1: 4-8 seat vehicles Lot 2: 9-16 seat vehicles Lot 3: 17-49 seat vehicles Lot 4: 50+ seat vehicles Lot 5: Wheelchair accessible vehicles The DPS commenced on 7th August 2024 and will run for an initial period of 5 years with an option to be extended for a further period of up to 24 months (reviewable on an annual basis and subject to performance). NOTE 1: The authority is using eTenderWales to carry out further competitions under this DPS. The SQQ is active and will remain live and accessible to potential tenderers for the duration of the DPS.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Sell2Wales |
| Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=159689 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £16,500 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MERTHYR TYDFIL COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | MERTHYR TYDFIL |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF47 8AN |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend |
| Local authority | Merthyr Tydfil |
| Electoral ward | Town |
| Westminster constituency | Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare |
| Delivery location | TLL15 Central Valleys |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FIRST CALL TRAVEL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
- 60112000 - Public road transport services

## Release History

- 19 Dec 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=159689

## Documents

- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC573303
  Mini Competition 27 - 3 Pupils to Ty Dysgu Dowlais - The procurement for an individual scheduled route appropriate to vehicles with 4-8 seats

## Notice URLs

- http://www.merthyr.gov.uk
- https://api.sell2wales.gov.wales/v1?lang=cy/Notice?id=ocds-kuma6s-159689

## Provenance

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