Tender

University of Sunderland - Bus and Coach Hire with Driver 2018

UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND

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Tender

25 Jul 2018 at 13:36

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sunderland is seeking a supplier for bus and coach hire services with drivers, aimed at supporting various transportation needs from October 2018 to September 2020, with the potential for two one-year extensions. This tender falls within the services industry, specifically under the CPV code for the hire of buses and coaches with drivers. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with responses due by 12 noon on 4th September 2018. Interested parties must register their interest to access the necessary documentation for participation, with the service delivery location centred in Sunderland, North East England.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the transport sector, particularly those capable of providing a diverse fleet of vehicles and complying with duty of care and maintenance regulations. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement method is an open procedure, welcoming competitive tender submissions from suitable providers. This contract not only allows for an expansion of transport services for educational institutions but also opens avenues for businesses to establish long-term relationships with the University of Sunderland, supporting their diverse operational needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

University of Sunderland - Bus and Coach Hire with Driver 2018

Notice Description

The University of Sunderland is looking to engage with a one stop shop supplier for its coach and bus hire with driver services, from approximately October 2018 to September 2020 (with up to 2 x 1 year extensions taking it to a possible September 2022 contract). Our coach and bus requirements vary throughout the year, from school visits, open day shuttle across the campuses, coach provision transporting prospective students from wider areas of the North of England into Sunderland Campuses, airport collections, various student trips across the north east and beyond, and any other journeys that may be required (both ad-hoc and routine). Bus and coach providers must have a variety of vehicles available to ensure the specific journey and group are serviced appropriately, as well as essential duty of care, maintenance, checks on the fleet, management and drivers. Please express your interest in the project, following this you will have access to all the necessary documents which outline the requirements for this tender. Additional information: Please download the Supplier Questionnaire and ITT documents, which need completing and returning by the closing date of 12 noon on Tuesday 4th September 2018 Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : EU Funding Description Possibly may have elements externally funded by ERDF Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-09b1b667-c92d-417f-bb95-e252a0631b33
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/386270ce-bea9-42de-bda4-21f8aa144512
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60172000 - Hire of buses and coaches with driver

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jul 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Sep 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2018 - 30 Sep 2020 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND
Contact Name
Andrea Brook
Contact Email
andrea.brook@sunderland.ac.uk
Contact Phone
0191 515 2851

Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3SD
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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