Tender

Public Bus Services DPS

OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

19 May 2021 at 13:44

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Oxfordshire County Council is currently inviting applications for a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Public Bus Services. This initiative aims to streamline the procurement process for public transport services within Oxfordshire and possibly extend into neighbouring areas. The tender is set to close on 18 June 2021, and relevant services are expected to be provided under a contract that may last up to 8 years, commencing from 12 July 2021. The total estimated value of the contract is £80 million, classified under public road transport services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those operating in the transport and logistics sector. Companies that can offer public transport services, including local and regional transport providers, are well-positioned to compete, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness in their service delivery. The focus on an electronic pre-qualification system may further benefit those businesses that are adept at engaging with digital procurement processes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Public Bus Services DPS

Notice Description

Oxfordshire County Council ('the Council') invites applications to join a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Public Bus Services. The Council plans, procures and manages public transport services that are required through agreements with promoters of residential and commercial development schemes. From time to time, funds are also received from the Government for specific public transport initiatives such as may arise through the National Bus Strategy. We also manage the English National Concessionary Travel Scheme (ENCTS) for our area, which allows for free travel for the elderly and some disability groups. The requirement for such arrangements varies by year depending on the funds available and the quantum of new development, together with the level and frequency of any Government funding support. The maximum contract length including extensions is 8 years. The Council is introducing a DPS to create a more efficient and responsive process for tendering public bus services. This involves the introduction of an electronic system where Applicants will pre-qualify via a Standard Selection Questionnaire (SSQ). Successful Applicants will be invited to tender for services during a Call-Off mini competition. Services will mainly be required within the Oxfordshire boundary, although in some cases routes may extend into neighbouring authority areas.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d6f79b8-8ae5-4ee9-a389-795059fbc8a6
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60112000 - Public road transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Jul 2021 - 11 Jul 2031 Over 5 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
OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
OXFORD
Postcode
OX1 1ND
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Oxford
Electoral Ward
Osney & St Thomas
Westminster Constituency
Oxford West and Abingdon

Further Information

Notice Documents

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