Dynamic Purchasing System for small vehicles, mini buses and coaches
Sunderland City CouncilEstimated Value
Not specified
Deadline
23 February 2029
866 days remaining
Published
25 March 2025
Type
services
Overview
Sunderland City Council is seeking to establish a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of small vehicles, mini buses and coach hire.
Lots (4)
- Lot 1Hackney Carriage, Private Hire and Small Vehicles (8 seats and less)
- Lot 2Mini Buses (up to 16 seats)
- Lot 3Small Buses (17-40 seats)
- Lot 4Large Buses and Coaches (41 seats and above)
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Sunderland City CouncilKey Dates
Published
25 March 2025
Submission deadline
23 February 2029
Notice type
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