Award

Procurement of a Passenger Coach

HOME OFFICE

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Planning

27 Jul 2021 at 17:14

Award

08 Mar 2021 at 14:47

TenderUpdate

16 Feb 2021 at 12:04

TenderUpdate

03 Feb 2021 at 09:49

Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office is conducting a procurement process for the purchase of a used passenger coach, intended to enhance the training capabilities of the National Search of Vehicle Training Centre (NSVTC) within Border Force. The title of the tender is "Procurement of a Passenger Coach", classified under the CPV code 34121500, which pertains to Coaches. This tender is currently in the planning and tendering stage, with a deadline for expressions of interest extended to 24th February 2021. The procurement is being carried out through a selective process with an estimated budget of £30,000, and deliveries are expected to be made to Old Park Barracks located in Kent, UK.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses specialising in coach sales, particularly those that provide used vehicles. Companies capable of supplying vehicles that meet specific technical specifications will find this tender appealing, especially those with experience in the public sector and familiarity with supplying goods to government departments. The successful bidder will not only assist in advancing Border Force training initiatives but may also gain recognition for performance that could open doors to future contracts within the sector.

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Notice Title

Procurement of a Passenger Coach

Notice Description

The purpose of the National Search of Vehicle Training Centre (NSVTC) within Border Force is to provide effective and professional training to Border Force Officers. One of its core functions is the ownership of course design and delivery for the Search of Training Programme. Border Force NSVTC, is looking to update its capability and address a gap in its Training Programme by purchasing a used passenger coach to undertake and deliver such training. The procurement of a used passenger coach will upskill Border Force officers Nationwide by improving their knowledge and ability to conduct deep rummage of coaches efficiently and effectively.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Border Force NSVTC are looking to procure 1 (one) used passenger coach to support wider Border Force Strategic Objectives. It would also support the learning and skills objectives to ensure a better skilled workforce, improving the confidence of staff and lead to better learning outcomes. The 'training coach' would also support the BF aspirations to become 'best in the world' status, in terms of International capacity and capability building. As this type of training would be offered to Law Enforcement agencies from both home and abroad. The Border Force Search of Vehicle training centre - Search Skills Academy, needs to be able to attract customers with a professional and well presented 'practical' training resource that would allow delivery of effective searching techniques. It would also ensure that BF provide effective service to our customers and provide value for money, with the potential for income generation, which could be offset against the cost of investment. Delivery of the search of coach training programme, would also contribute to the Border Force Strategic objectives in securing the UK borders from the threats posed, which include: * Deterring and preventing individuals and goods that would harm the national interest from entering the UK * Facilitating the legitimate movement of individuals and trade to and from the UK * Protect and collect customs revenues from trade crossing the border * Provide excellent services to customers * Provide demonstrable effectiveness, efficiency and value for money.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-028f9f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002121-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34121000 - Buses and coaches

34121500 - Coaches

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£25,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Mar 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
Neil Humphries
Contact Email
neil.humphries@homeoffice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7717347657

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JOHN HILLS COACH SALES AND SERVICES

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