Tender

Provision of Bus-Coach Transportation for DVLA Events

DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY

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Tender

21 Feb 2025 at 09:00

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is seeking tenders for the provision of bus-coach transportation services for DVLA events under the title "Provision of Bus-Coach Transportation for DVLA Events". The contract falls under the industry category of travel services (CPV code: 63515000) and pertains to locations within Wales, United Kingdom. This procurement process is currently at the tender stage with the deadline for submission being 5th April 2025. The contract period is set to start on 1st May 2025 and end on 30th April 2027. The procurement method is an open procedure (below the threshold), and the tender is valued at a minimum of £7,000 with an estimated contract value of £28,000.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses that can provide reliable, flexible, and cost-effective transport services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply. Such businesses, particularly those specialising in travel services, fleet management, and logistical support, could greatly benefit from securing this contract as it promises a stable revenue stream and a chance to establish a long-term relationship with a reputable public authority. The need for a dependable transport solution that adheres to safety, regulatory, and service quality requirements makes this an ideal opportunity for providers with a proven track record in these areas.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Bus-Coach Transportation for DVLA Events

Notice Description

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) invites tenders for an ad hoc bus service to supports DVLA's operational needs. The service will be used on an as-needed basis to transport staff between specified locations. The contract will ensure that the supplier provides a reliable, flexible, and cost-effective transport solution while adhering to all safety, regulatory, and service quality requirements. To access the Invitation to Tender Pack and view all of the documents relating to the tender please access the below link and register/login to our e-Sourcing platform Jaggaer: https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/esop/toolkit/negotiation/rfq/modifyRfq.do?from=menu&_ncp=1740128326957.1858065-1

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9c2ffde3-f48f-4d53-a693-d82cf5efc0de
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8164e647-e679-41d6-b05f-c7bfe4421aba
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

CPV Codes

63515000 - Travel services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£28,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2027 1-2 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
DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA6 7JL
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
TLL Wales
Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Mynydd-bach
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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