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CA15307 - Macclesfield College Student Transport Services

MACCLESFIELD COLLEGE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

AwardUpdate

29 May 2025 at 09:12

Tender

12 Feb 2025 at 13:21

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "CA15307 - Macclesfield College Student Transport Services" was undertaken by Macclesfield College, located in Macclesfield, England. This contract falls under the industry category of "Hire of buses and coaches with driver," using an open procedure method. The process progressed through the tender stage beginning with a publication date of 12 February 2025, culminating in an award on 29 May 2025. The contract is set to commence on 1 September 2025 and conclude on 29 June 2028. Macclesfield College aims to secure transport services for students on various routes, including Stockport, Handforth/Wilmslow, Buxton, and others’ locations around the College.

This procurement provides a significant growth opportunity for businesses specializing in transport services, particularly those capable of managing multiple routes within the specified contract period. The open procedure method of procurement encourages participation by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), increasing competitive opportunities. Businesses such as local and regional transportation providers, particularly those with experience in public transportation, would be well-suited to compete for this tender. With strategic planning and efficient service delivery, successful bidders can enhance their market presence and forge strong partnerships with educational institutions like Macclesfield College.

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Notice Title

CA15307 - Macclesfield College Student Transport Services

Notice Description

Macclesfield College are looking for provider(s) for their student transport. Includes Lots: Lot 1: Stockport Route Lot 2: Handforth / Wilmslow Lot 3: Buxton Lot 4: Congleton / Biddulph / Bosley Crossroads Lot 5: Congleton / Scholar Green / Congeleton / Gawsworth Lot 6: Poynton Lot 7: Marple / Disley / New Mills / Whaley Bridge Lot 8: Holmes Chapel / Knutsford To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA15307. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA15307 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1340f173-fc8a-47f7-aad7-907146d0775b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d02a32b-a5c5-4634-b297-66c0315e3ba2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£392,890 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 29 Jun 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MACCLESFIELD COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MACCLESFIELD
Postcode
SK11 8LF
Post Town
Stockport
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD62 Cheshire East
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cheshire East
Electoral Ward
Macclesfield Central
Westminster Constituency
Macclesfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

ATLANTIC EXECUTIVE TRAVEL

HOLLINSHEAD COACHES

ROY MCCARTHY COACHES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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