Tender

Bus Fleet Electrification - 2024

UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE

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02 Dec 2024 at 11:26

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02 Dec 2024 at 11:25

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12 Nov 2024 at 15:13

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25 Oct 2024 at 15:33

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Hertfordshire is overseeing a tender on behalf of Universitybus Ltd, trading as Uno Bus, titled "Bus Fleet Electrification - 2024" under the industry category of electric buses. This procurement exercise involves purchasing 22 single-deck electric buses and 14 battery chargers, alongside the associated charging infrastructure to be installed at the Hatfield depot. The tender consists of two lots—Lot 1 for the phased delivery of buses and Lot 2 for the chargers and infrastructure—with the option for combined bids. The tender is currently in the 'active' stage and follows an open procedure (above threshold). Key dates include the tender end period on 6th December 2024 at 17:00, with the contract period starting on 20th December 2024 and ending on 26th November 2027. Delivery addresses span various locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in electric vehicle manufacturing, electrical installations, and related services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly suited for this procurement, which could significantly enhance their business growth by engaging in the sustainable public transport industry. The detailed open procedure allows for comprehensive competition, and the inclusion of both separate lots and combined bids provides flexibility for different types of businesses to participate and potentially offer a complete solution.

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Notice Title

Bus Fleet Electrification - 2024

Notice Description

The University of Hertfordshire is conducting a tender exercise on behalf of Universitybus Ltd trading as Uno Bus, for the purchase of twenty two (22) single deck electric buses and 14 battery chargers with the associated charging infrastructure to be installed at our Hatfield depot (Uno Bus, Gypsy Moth Avenue, Hatfield, AL10 9BS). This tender exercise is comprised of two separate lots; Lot 1 is for the two-phased delivery of the 22 buses, with Lot 2 being for the 14 chargers and associated infrastructure, however, please note that we would also be open combined bids that cover both Lots 1 and 2 and as a full solution. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9d095a69-f3de-4741-9f93-44304da20f85
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d63c762-7804-4835-8f17-27fa717d6eff
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

34144910 - Electric buses

45315300 - Electricity supply installations

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Dec 2024 - 26 Nov 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HERTFORDSHIRE
Postcode
AL10 9AB
Post Town
St Albans
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Welwyn Hatfield
Electoral Ward
Hatfield South West
Westminster Constituency
Welwyn Hatfield

Further Information

Notice Documents

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