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DCC: Lot 1 - 18th August 2025 PCV

Exeter
Published 19 Sept, 2025
Contract Value
£831,250
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Overview

Summary, notice description and lot information

Summary of the contracting process

Devon County Council has completed a procurement process under its Passenger Transport Dynamic Purchasing System, specifically Lot 1, for the provision of home to school transport services across the South West of England. The process, titled "DCC: Lot 1 - 18th August 2025 PCV," falls within the transport services industry category. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, utilizing a restricted procedure.

The tender process reached the award stage, with the contract period commencing on 2nd September 2025 and set to conclude on 3rd September 2030. The total contract value was estimated at £831,250, however, the awarded sum is slightly lower at £823,175. The procurement specifically caters to Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), making it an attractive opportunity for businesses of this scale.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for SMEs specialising in transport services, particularly those capable of providing home to school transport. With contracts awarded to Linden Holdings (Devon) Ltd, Taw & Torridge Coaches Ltd, and Tamar Coaches Ltd for routes CHML028, SM022, and TAV002A respectively, there is clear potential for similar companies to enter this market segment. Businesses with a focus on passenger transport services that can deliver reliable and safe transportation solutions in accordance with the Devon County Council’s standards and conditions are well-suited to compete in future tenders within this framework.

This contract not only facilitates business growth by ensuring steady work over five years but also enhances reputational value through association with a reputable contracting authority like Devon County Council.

Notice Description

This is a mini-competition from Lot 1 of the Devon County Council Passenger Transport Dynamic Purchasing System (CP1185 15). For the supply and provision of one or more home to school transport contracts throughout Devon for eligible scholars. The projected duration of each contract is five years however the Devon County Council Passenger Transport Standard Conditions of Contract still apply, and therefore either the contractor or DCC can give notice as per the terms and conditions to terminate the contract at any time.

CHML028 SM022 TAV002A

Lot Information0 Lots
No lot information available.

Procurement Classification

Notice type, method, and CPV codes

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-05c2c64a-db2b-4dab-a665-6ccbc6d55c09
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Awardee Scale
SME
Current Stage
Award

Contract Values

Financial information and value estimates

Tender Value
£831,250
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£823,175
Contracts Value
Not specified

The contract period is five years.

Key Dates

Publication, submission, and award timeline

Notice Status

Current status of tender, lots, awards, and contracts

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority

Buyer organisation and contact details

DCC
DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL
Services
Contact Name
Not specified
EXETER
EX2 4QD
South West
England
TLK4 Devon

Awarded Supplier

Supplier who was awarded this contract

?
Not specifiedAwarded
SME
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Number of Suppliers
3
Awards Value
£823,175

Documents & Links

External resources and data downloads

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)
OCDS RecordID: ocds-b5fd17-05c2c64a-db2b-4dab-a665-6ccbc6d55c09

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector.

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