Scope
Reference
PL0080
Description
Essex County Council (the Council) currently supports the Colchester Park and Ride Service, as part of our aims to provide a 'last mile' sustainable journey, to reduce congestion in the city centre and mitigate the resulting emissions.
We are intending to procure a new contract for this service, due to begin from September 2026.
Total value (estimated)
- £3,400,000 excluding VAT
- £4,080,000 including VAT
Contract dates (estimated)
- 26 September 2026 to 25 September 2029
- Possible extension to 25 September 2033
- 7 years
Main category
Services
CPV classifications
- 60112000 - Public road transport services
- 60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services
Contract locations
- UKH3 - Essex
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
14 October 2025
Contracting authority
Essex County Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PWVM-4844-NRQH
County Hall, Market Road
Chelmsford
CM1 1QH
United Kingdom
Contact name: Gemma Longman
Email: gemma.longman@essex.gov.uk
Region: UKH36 - Heart of Essex
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government