DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY · Awarded contract

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ITT: 272000 Provision of Minibus and Coach Transport Services with Driver

Awarded 19 Nov 2026

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Awarded19 Nov 2026

Value£565,000.00

SupplierAusden Clark Ltd

AgencyDE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY

RegionEast Midlands

CategoryTransport & Logistics

Expires in 4y 1mo4y term, 4% elapsed

Awarded 19 Nov 2026Expires 30 Nov 2030

About

There is a requirement for minibus and coach transport services with a driver to support a range of planned journeys for students and staff across the UK, including academic trips, sports fixtures and other university activities.

Group sizes vary, and some journeys may require additional luggage capacity, trailers or accessibility support.

Lot 2 for Coach requirement was terminated due to non-compliant bids.

This award only relates to Lot 1, minibus requirements.

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