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NTU/16/836/DS & UoN PROC CCL\844

NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY

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14 Jul 2017 at 15:23

Award

14 Jul 2017 at 15:17

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14 Jul 2017 at 15:10

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13 Feb 2017 at 08:09

Tender

13 Feb 2017 at 08:06

Summary of the contracting process

The Nottingham Trent University and the University of Nottingham, collectively referred to as "The Group", have engaged in a public procurement process titled "NTU/16/836/DS & UoN PROC CCL\844" focused on Coach and Minibus Hire Services. The procurement is in the open procedure stage, with a contract value of £3,100,000. The tender period concluded on 3rd April 2017, while the contract is set to run from 16th June 2017 to 16th June 2021. The service locations primarily include the United Kingdom, especially focusing on the East Midlands region, and the procurement covers three distinct lots addressing different transport needs, including ad-hoc coach and minibus hire, with a deadline for expressions of interest set for 9 am on 27th March 2017.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the transport and logistics sector, particularly those specialising in coach and minibus hire. Companies that can provide high-quality vehicles with drivers, as well as self-drive options, are well-suited to compete in this procurement process. Given the emphasis on superior service for educational and sports transportation, suppliers with a robust fleet capable of meeting varied requirements across the UK will have a strong competitive advantage. Additionally, both small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are encouraged to participate in this tender.

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Notice Title

NTU/16/836/DS & UoN PROC CCL\844

Notice Description

For the purpose of the tender, Nottingham Trent University and the University of Nottingham will be referred to as The Group. The Group will collaborate during the tender programme to find solutions that best suit its requirements and will manage any contract thereafter jointly. The Group and tenderers benefit from the close geographical location of the awarding authorities. The procurement process is split into the following Lots in accordance with the EU Contract Notice:- * Lot 1 - Ad-Hoc and Non Ad-Hoc Coach Hire * Lot 2 - Ad-Hoc Minibus Hire With Driver * Lot 3 - Ad-Hoc Self Drive Minibus Hire - Nottingham Trent University Only Lot 1:- The supply of high quality executive and standard coaches in a maculate condition both inside and outside, ranging in sizes from 16 to 85 passengers on a mixture of private hires. The majority of The Groups requirements lies within the United Kingdom and primarily for the transportation to other Universities, Colleges, Schools, Museums, Local Businesses, City Attractions, Airports, Rail Stations, Ferry Ports, Eurostar and sport related trips. The requirements entail a combination of one day tours with one stopping point to more complex journeys with multiple stopping points and in some cases lasting more than one day, including continental journeys. All vehicles must have the suppliers name, branding and vinyls applied to the outside of the vehicle. Lot 2:- The supply of high quality minibuses to The Group in a maculate condition both inside and outside, consisting of 9, 11, 12, 15 & 17 seaters accompanied with a competent driver. The bulk of this requirement relates to The Groups Sport Departments requirement for minibus transportation, on each term-time Wednesday to sporting facilities across the United Kingdom along with course related field trips. The majority of the private hires for Lot 2 fall within the East Midlands or boarding regions. The Groups' requirements are predominantly for return trips lasting one day however, there may be the odd requirement for minibus hire lasting multiple consecutive days. There will be circumstances whereby a number of minibuses will be required on the same day for the same trip or a variety of trips between The Groups' varying departments. Lot 3:- The supply of high quality self-drive minibus hire in a maculate condition both inside and outside; consisting of 9, 11, 12, 15 & 17 seaters to Nottingham Trent University. It is vitally important that each minibus is of the highest quality to reflects NTU international standing, prestige and reputation. NTU requires self-drive minibus hire within the United Kingdom, commencing from NTU Campuses; predominantly for course related field trips within the East Midlands and the boarding regions. The rentals will predominantly last one day with vehicles delivered and returned on the same day, however NTU also requires longer three, five and seven days. Deadline for expression of is 9am on 27th March 2017.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b37ff2ed-30f2-4b73-8462-adfd7d29fcbd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b938603-d1be-449f-a5cf-abbb5b1087f1
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, 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
£3,940,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,180,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Apr 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jul 20178 years ago
Contract Period
16 Jul 2017 - 17 Jul 2021 4-5 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
NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Dean Scafe
Contact Email
dean.scaife@ntu.ac.uk
Contact Phone
0115 848 2921

Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG1 4FQ
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
St. Ann's
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
8
Supplier Names

D G PRIVATE HIRE

JOHNSON BROS TOURS LTD/ REDFERN TRAVEL

MOMENTUM HUB

PAUL S WINSON COACHES

SHARPE & SONS (NOTTINGHAM) LIMITED T/A SHARPES OF NOTTINGHAM

SILVERDALE TOURS (NOTTINGHAM

SKILLS MOTOR COACHES

TIGER EUROPEAN (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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