Award of Supported Public Local Bus Services in Biggleswade and Sandy to Grant Palmer Ltd
Central Bedfordshire Council · Awarded contract
AwardedAward of Supported Public Local Bus Services in Biggleswade and Sandy to Grant Palmer Ltd
Awarded 28 May 2024
Awarded28 May 2024
Value£1,598,745.60
SupplierGrant Palmer Ltd
RegionEast of England
CategoryTransport & Logistics
Expires in 2y 7mo5y term, 49% elapsed
Awarded 28 May 2024Expires 27 May 2029
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Central Bedfordshire Council awarded a contract to Grant Palmer Ltd for supported public local bus services in Biggleswade, Sandy, and surrounding areas.
The contract value is £1,598,745.6.
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