Public Bus Service (Lot 5) MD678 Witheridge to Exeter
Devon County Council · Awarded contract
AwardedPublic Bus Service (Lot 5) MD678 Witheridge to Exeter
Awarded 01 Sep 2026
Awarded01 Sep 2026
Value£130,440.00
SupplierMD Coaches
AgencyDevon County Council
RegionSouth West
CategoryTransport & Logistics
Expires in 7y 10mo8y term, 4% elapsed
Awarded 1 Sept 2026Expires 1 Sept 2034
About
This is a mini-competition from Lot 5 of the Devon County Council Passenger Transport Dynamic Purchasing System (CP1185-15) For the supply and provision of local bus service 678 operating between Witheridge to Exeter on Wednesday only (Except Public Holidays).
The projected duration of the contract is eight years, however the Devon County Council (DCC) Passenger Transport Standard Conditions of Contract still apply, and therefore either the contractor or DCC can give notice as per the terms and conditions to terminate the contract at any time.
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