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Provision of Coach and Minibus Services

University of Southampton

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04 Nov 2019 at 15:59

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Southampton has awarded a contract for the Provision of Coach and Minibus Services, a process classified under the services category. The procurement was initiated through an open procedure and is now complete. The contract period commenced on 1 November 2019 and will run until 31 October 2023. The tender covered two lots: Lot 1 involves coach and minibus hire with a driver, while Lot 2 focuses on international student collection services. Approximately £330,000 was spent on coach and minibus hire in the previous year, indicating steady demand for these services in the future.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the transport sector, particularly those specialising in passenger transport services, such as coach and minibus providers. Companies that are well-suited to compete include those that can offer reliable transport solutions, particularly with a focus on university and student transport. The framework's structure allows for participation from both small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and larger transport firms, fostering a competitive environment that can facilitate business growth in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Coach and Minibus Services

Notice Description

Please note; This notice is published in accordance with the transparency agenda and therefore this contract has already been awarded. The University of Southampton currently utilises coach and minibus services to carry staff, students and visitors to and from various locations both local to the University in Hampshire and further afield nationally. The proposed Framework Agreement will be split into two Lots as set out below: Lot 1 - Coach & Minibus Hire Services This Lot will consist of a maximum of seven suppliers and will provide a coach and minibus hire service with a driver included. During the period 01/08/17 - 31/07/18, the University spent in the region of PS330,000 on coach and minibus hire. It is anticipated that usage will continue at similar levels to these figures. However, it should be noted that there would be no minimum level of business guaranteed to the Suppliers who are awarded a place on this Framework Agreement. Lot 2 - International Student Collection Services This Lot will consist of a maximum of three suppliers and will provide executive transport services for international students from major UK airports. During the period 01/08/17 - 31/07/18, the University spent in the region of PS44,000 on international student collection services. It is anticipated that usage will continue at similar levels to these figures. However, it should be noted that there would be no minimum level of business guaranteed to the Suppliers who are awarded a place on this Framework Agreement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5169d4d8-8914-4e7f-9747-f63cb3911f12
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b9f7e648-ccc6-460f-bf1a-c7bcd1d796bd
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£1,496,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Nov 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Feb 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 May 20197 years ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2019 - 31 Oct 2023 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Southampton
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO17 1BJ
Postcode Area
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Portswood
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Test

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
7
Supplier Names

Princess Coaches Limited

DEKKABUS LIMITED

Go South Coast Limited

H Luckett & Co Limited

Momentum Hub Ltd

The Kings Ferry Limited

Wheelers Travel Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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