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The Provision of Student Bus Services

CITY OF PORTSMOUTH COLLEGE

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25 Jul 2024 at 09:47

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by the City of Portsmouth College, involves the provision of dedicated student bus services, covering morning, afternoon, and evening routes across various points in Portsmouth. The tender, classified under the CPV category for Education and Training Services, follows a restricted above-threshold selective procurement method. The procurement reached the award stage with the contract commencing on 9th September 2024 and ending on 11th July 2025. The contract, valued at £213,866 GBP, highlights a service duration of 179 days, aligning with the college calendar, and the award was published on 25th July 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in transportation services, particularly those well-versed in managing daily, scheduled routes. SMEs and VCSEs are considered suitable for this contract, broadening the competitive landscape for smaller firms looking to expand. Companies like First Hampshire & Dorset Ltd, which has already secured the contract, exemplify the type of businesses equipped to handle the logistics and punctuality required for consistent student transport services. Engaging in this tender can offer long-term growth potential and increase market visibility for businesses meeting these criteria.

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Notice Title

The Provision of Student Bus Services

Notice Description

The provision of student bus services. Two dedicated bus services - * Morning route 1 way to arrive a SFC by 0930 * Afternoon route 2 way arriving with incoming students to SFC by 1320 and taking students back to home destination from 1330. * Evening route 1 way arrive at SFC by 1615 to take students back to home destination. * Will be required for 179 days, in line with College Calendar Various pick up/drop off points in the two routes.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c1f836d9-8766-45c6-99f2-139093c79fa0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74acc80f-f88e-4ceb-8681-e6da3a769494
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£213,866 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£213,866 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
8 Sep 2024 - 11 Jul 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF PORTSMOUTH COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO6 2SA
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Cosham
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FIRST HAMPSHIRE & DORSET

Further Information

Notice Documents

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