Taxis, Minibus and Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles DPS
Framework Description
Caerphilly County Borough Council's Taxis, Minibus and Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles Dynamic Purchasing System buys transport services for the Council (Find a Tender notice 019301-2024). It is used mainly by the Integrated Transport Unit but is open to any Council department. It runs to 30 June 2034, may be extended by up to five years, and is run under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.
Context & Use Case
The Integrated Transport Unit uses the DPS to arrange passenger transport, and other departments use it when they need taxis or minibuses. Routes and jobs are let through competitions among admitted operators. Wheelchair-accessible vehicles are needed for passengers with mobility needs, and bespoke transport requirements that arise during the life of the DPS can also be met.
Scope of Services
Taxi services Minibus services Wheelchair-accessible vehicles Bespoke transport requirements
Lots
See framework link
Who Can Apply
Suits licensed taxi and private hire operators, minibus companies and accessible vehicle providers serving Caerphilly. As a live DPS, operators can apply to join at any time before 30 June 2034.
Buyer Benefits
The DPS gives the Council a pool of approved operators and a quick way to fill routes as needs change. Buyers value licensed and DBS-checked drivers, suitable vehicles, safeguarding, reliability and competitive prices for each route. Fast cover for absences also matters.
Next Steps
Find the DPS via notice 019301-2024 and register on the e-tendering system it names. Have your licences, insurance, DBS checks and safeguarding policy ready. Once admitted, watch for route competitions from the Integrated Transport Unit and price each one carefully.
How Athena Can Help
Transport DPS applications must be complete and compliant to pass. Athena's registration help for transport operators prepares your application and checks every document.
Our route tender writing helps you win competitions with clear safeguarding responses, and our advice on pricing council routes helps you stay profitable when fuel, wages and escort costs are included. We also check licences, DBS and insurance documents before you submit, so nothing is rejected on technicalities.
