Planning

Inter-Campus Bus Service for Falmouth Exeter Plus

FALMOUTH EXETER PLUS

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Planning

06 Feb 2019 at 14:27

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Falmouth Exeter Plus is currently in the planning stage of the procurement process for the "Inter-Campus Bus Service," aimed at providing transport between its Penryn and Falmouth campuses. This tender falls within the industry category of buses and coaches. Key dates include the issuance of the market testing document on 8th February 2019, with a deadline for clarifications set for 22nd February 2019, and the final deadline for submitting market testing documents on 1st March 2019 at 5:00 PM. The buying organisation is located in Penryn, England.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in transport services, particularly those who can deliver efficient, reliable, and customer-oriented operations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the focus is on cost-effective partnerships capable of demonstrating commitment to quality service for students and staff. Companies aspiring to engage in this tender should prepare to showcase innovative proposals that align with the evolving needs of educational institutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Inter-Campus Bus Service for Falmouth Exeter Plus

Notice Description

Falmouth Exeter Plus's existing contract for the provision of an inter-campus bus service for the transportation of students and staff between the two campuses at Penryn and Falmouth comes to an end on the 08/09/19. As a result the University will be initiating a market testing exercise to establish if there is a feasible cost effective proposal for potential partners to provide this service. FX Plus will be looking for an operator/ collaborative partnership who can best demonstrate commitment to providing a reliable, commercial, cost effective service and present a friendly, helpful attitude towards the passengers. Additional information: Issue Market Testing Document: Friday 08th Feb 2019 Deadline for Clarifications: Friday 22nd Feb 2019 Deadline for Submission of Market Testing Documents: Friday 01st March 2019 at 5.00pm.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-09936d13-f4d9-4cfb-a32e-1a2a7e927d17
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/da049b86-c908-4833-8e3d-4ab6da48b31b
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34121000 - Buses and coaches

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Mar 2019Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FALMOUTH EXETER PLUS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PENRYN
Postcode
TR10 9FE
Post Town
Truro
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Cornwall
Electoral Ward
Constantine, Mabe & Mawnan
Westminster Constituency
Camborne and Redruth

Further Information

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