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Provision of Coach and Minibus Hire

Awarded to Johnson Bros Tours Ltd, Paul S Winson (Coaches) Limited, Sharpes of Nottingham +2 more

Nottingham Trent University (NTU)(buyer)

Published
Published 17 June 2025
Deadline
Closed 21 July 2025

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Overview

Nottingham Trent University procured coach and minibus hire services for university transportation needs, including executive and standard coaches ranging from 25 to 85 passengers in Euro 4–7 standards, and minibuses meeting Euro 5–6 standards. The contract, valued at £1,666,666.67 and awarded on 15 August 2025, covers domestic and international trips including day tours and multi-day journeys to universities, colleges, airports, and leisure destinations across the UK and Europe. Five providers were awarded: Johnson Bros Tours Ltd, Paul S Winson (Coaches) Limited, Sharpes of Nottingham, Skills Motor Coaches, and TIGER EUROPEAN (UK) LTD.

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Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
In delivery
Category
Services
Estimated value
£1,666,666
Procedure
Open
Contract type
Framework agreement
SME suitable
Yes
Published
17 June 2025
Questions by
17 July 2025
Deadline
Closed
Classification (CPV)
Hire of buses and coaches with driver

Award outcome

Awarded value
£1,666,667
Award date
15 August 2025
Contract period
12 October 2025 → 11 October 2031
Winners
  • Johnson Bros Tours Ltd
  • Paul S Winson (Coaches) Limited
  • Sharpes of Nottingham
  • Skills Motor Coaches
  • TIGER EUROPEAN (UK) LTD

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  1. Contract

    29 September 2025

  2. Contract

    15 August 2025

  3. Contract Notice

    17 June 2025

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