Research into Local Authority Rural Transport Provision in England
DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT · Awarded contract
AwardedResearch into Local Authority Rural Transport Provision in England
Awarded 11 Apr 2017
Awarded11 Apr 2017
Value£86,282.00
SupplierAtkins Limited
AgencyDEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
RegionWest Midlands
CategoryTransport & Logistics
Ended 8y 11mo ago8mo term
Awarded 11 Apr 2017Expired 30 Nov 2017
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The Department for Transport awarded a contract to Atkins Limited for research to improve understanding of different types of local authority transport and accessibility provision in English rural areas and their suitability for specific local conditions, through primary and secondary research.
The project examined how local authorities ensure rural connectivity and accessibility are sustained in the current financial climate, how funding decisions are made to serve local needs, and highlighted instances of good practice by local authorities.
The contract value was AUD 86,282.
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