Framework Agreement for Provision of Short Notice Transport

A Prior Information Notice
by LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

Source
Find a Tender
Type
Framework (Services)
Duration
2 year
Value
___
Sector
TRANSPORT
Published
06 Mar 2026
Delivery
01 Dec 2026 to 30 Nov 2028
Deadline
28 Aug 2026 22:59

Related Terms

Location

East Midlands England:

Geochart for 1 buyers and 0 suppliers

1 buyer

Description

The Council currently receive a high number of short notice, short duration requests for transport which we have a statutory duty to deliver. For example, transport may be required immediately, within the same day or next day and the duration of the requirement may only be a single journey.

Lot Division

1 1

Provision of transport required at short notice in the following Leicestershire post code areas (subject to change prior to tender issue): LE4 Beaumont Leys, Birstall LE5 Hamilton, Thurnby Lodge LE2 Oadby LE18 Wigston LE19 Narborough, Enderby LE3 Braunstone, Glenfield
2 2

Provision of transport required at short notice in the following Leicestershire post code areas (subject to change prior to tender issue): LE65 Ashby de la Zouch LE67 Coalville LE6 Ratby, Groby LE11 Loughborough LE12 Shepshed, Barrow upon Soar, Belton
3 3

Provision of transport required at short notice in the following Leicestershire post code areas (subject to change prior to tender issue): LE9 Kirby Muxloe LE10 Hinckley LE17 Lutterworth LE8 Blaby LE16 Market Harborough
4 4

Provision of transport required at short notice in the following Leicestershire post code areas (subject to change prior to tender issue): LE7 Syston, Thurcaston LE14 Brooksby, Waltham on the Wolds LE13 Melton Mowbray

Renewal Options

Initial term 24 months with option to extend for a further 24 months on an annual basis.

CPV Codes

  • 60120000 - Taxi services

Indicators

  • Options are available.
  • Renewals are available.

Other Information

To address the Council's statutory duty to fulfil urgent transport requests, a framework agreement is being established specifically for the provision of short notice transport services. Through this framework, the Council will appoint a number of qualified suppliers, creating a reliable pool of suppliers capable of responding swiftly to the Council's requirements. This arrangement enables the Council to offer short notice, short term transport contracts directly to approved suppliers via telephone, without the need for a further competitive procurement process. This approach ensures that transport can be organised and delivered within the tight timescales that such circumstances demand, maintaining compliance and service continuity. Most transport requirements under the framework will involve social care or home-to-school trips, but the framework will also cover the provision of any type of short-notice transport requirement (with the exception of ambulance/medical transport). It is anticipated that the tender will be made live and tender documents made available in June/July 2026. Suppliers interested in bidding for a place on the framework must register on the Council's e-tender portal EastMidsTenders via this link: https://www.eastmidstenders.org/ Additionally suppliers should note that in order to submit bids and be considered for a place on the framework, they must be registered on the Central Digital Platform (CDP). Suppliers are encouraged to register on the CDP at the earliest opportunity. Instructions on how to register on the CDP can be found via this link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/procurement-act-2023-short-guides/sup... ** PREVIEW NOTICE, please check Find a Tender for full details. **

Reference

  • ocds-h6vhtk-060d96
  • FTS 020243-2026

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