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Hire of Coaches & Minibuses to the Royal Hospital Chelsea

ROYAL HOSPITAL CHELSEA APPEAL LIMITED

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

15 Mar 2023 at 10:23

TenderAmendment

07 Feb 2023 at 09:18

TenderAmendment

07 Feb 2023 at 09:15

Tender

07 Feb 2023 at 09:06

Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Hospital Chelsea Appeal Limited has awarded a contract for the "Hire of Coaches & Minibuses to the Royal Hospital Chelsea" valued at £45,000 GBP. The procurement process was conducted through an open procedure above the threshold. The tender period ended on 6th March 2023, with a contract period starting from 1st April 2023 to 31st March 2026. This opportunity falls under the main procurement category of services and involves the hiring of buses and coaches with drivers for various functions within the country.

This tender presents an opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the services industry, specifically those providing transport services. Businesses that can offer well-maintained liveried vehicles, a range of seat capacities, wheelchair-accessible vehicles, and reliable drivers may find this tender particularly suited to their capabilities. Interested parties should take note of the key dates and requirements outlined in the Invitation to tender document and contact David Williams at Royal Hospital Chelsea Appeal Limited to confirm participation and submit bids accordingly.

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Notice Title

Hire of Coaches & Minibuses to the Royal Hospital Chelsea

Notice Description

Royal Hospital Chelsea Coach & Minibus Hire Statement of Requirement 1. Statement of Requirement The Royal Hospital Chelsea requires the hiring of Coaches and Minibuses on an as required basis. The requirement is to support in the region of 300 veteran soldiers who attend various functions throughout the country. There will be occasions when coaches are required for overseas trips to mainland Europe on Battlefield tours etc. 2. Scope of service The following is a list of the services required. * Provide liveried vehicles which are well maintained. * Provide a range of vehicles from 8 seats to 52 seats. The larger vehicles are to be fitted with a toilet. * Provide a wheelchair accessible vehicle on certain occasions. * Provide a driver who is well turned out. * Drivers should be mindful of their passengers. * Drivers should report 5 mins before the departure time. * Once passengers are set down they should not be left until they have been met. * Vehicles may be required for overseas and overnight trips. * Vehicles should be available within 12 hours. * There should be no cancellation charge if more than 48 hours' notice is given. * All invoices to be paid by Mastercard, with no transaction fees applied. 3. Regular bookings Listed below are some areas where vehicles may be expected to travel: * Stamford Bridge. 8 seat, 20 trips per season. Duration 4 hours * Westminster Abbey. 33 seat, once per year. Duration 3 hours * Cenotaph 49 seat coach, once per year. Duration 4 hours * Bowls team away games 10-12 trips per year. Duration 4-8 hours * Fishing Trips away. 8 seats. Approximately 25 trips a year. Duration 6-8 hours * G-Tech Stadium, Brentford, London Irish Rugby. 14 seats. Approximately 20 trips per year. Duration 5-6 hours. * Royal Albert Hall 16 seat twice a year Additional information: To take part in this process please email jonathan.clarke@chelsea-pensioners.org.uk to confirm participation. The Invitation to tender document is attached to this notice. After emailing to confirm you will be taking part, please then follow all instructions contained in this document to submit bids for this requirement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65cbe3b9-5eda-4eb6-b517-d208bc013cb3
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Mar 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Mar 20232 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2023 - 31 Mar 2026 3-4 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
ROYAL HOSPITAL CHELSEA APPEAL LIMITED
Contact Name
Jonathan Clarke
Contact Email
jonathan.clarke@chelsea-pensioners.org.uk
Contact Phone
02078815436

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW3 4SR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Kensington and Chelsea
Electoral Ward
Royal Hospital
Westminster Constituency
Chelsea and Fulham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MCH MINIBUSES

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