Rural Mobility Fund Pilot Bus Operator
Reference ocds-h6vhtk-0662f3 · Cumberland Council
Closed. Submission deadline: 3 April 2026. Estimated value: £200,000.
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Cumberland Council is procuring a contract for the delivery of a new Digital Demand Responsive Transport (DDRT) Scheme with funding from the Department of Transport (DfT).The proposed DDRT service will form part of the Rural Mobility Fund (RMF) Pilot and aims to improve rural connectivity across Cumberland. This initiative is intended to provide flexible, digitally enabled transport solutions for communities that currently have limited or no access to conventional public transport services. Operators will be expected to: i. Deliver high-quality bus services for the duration of the contract, ensuring all services are properly registered with the Traffic Commissioners. ii. Exercise all necessary skill, care, and diligence in the provision of the services at all times. iii. Take all reasonable steps to prioritise passenger comfort and safety. iv. Ensure that all legally required licences, approvals, registrations, permits, insurances, and related obligations are obtained and maintained throughout the contract period. The DRT Model will: i. provide flexible, reliable access to essential services, employment, education, and leisure. ii. Complement rather than compete with existing fix…
Official publications
| Medium | Reference | Date |
|---|---|---|
| FTS | 020395-2026 | 6 March 2026 |
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- The estimated value published by the buyer is £200,000.
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- The contracting authority is Cumberland Council (United Kingdom).
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