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PS/22/28 - Corporate Taxi Services

East Ayrshire Council

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10 May 2022 at 15:15

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Summary of the contracting process

East Ayrshire Council is seeking qualified providers for the "PS/22/28 - Corporate Taxi Services" tender, aimed at delivering taxi services to support the transportation of vulnerable individuals throughout the East Ayrshire region, with occasional trips beyond council boundaries. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions due by 14th June 2022. This contract spans a period of up to four years, comprising an initial three-year term with a possible one-year extension. The procurement method is classified as an open procedure, and it includes two lots: Lot 1, covering East Ayrshire (North), and Lot 2, for East Ayrshire (South).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in transportation services, particularly those with expertise in providing accessible taxi services. Companies that are well-versed in managing sensitive transportation logistics and have prior experience with similar public sector contracts would be highly suited to compete. Additionally, the requirement for community benefits suggests an emphasis on local engagement and social responsibility, which could enhance the attractiveness of bids that outline clear community contributions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS/22/28 - Corporate Taxi Services

Notice Description

East Ayrshire Council require suitably qualified providers to deliver taxi services to support the transportation of vulnerable people throughout the Council area with occasional cross-boundary trips. The contract covers planned taxi hires and well as responsive/emergency hires as required. The Framework will be split in to two Lots. Lot 1 - East Ayrshire (North) and Lot 2 - East Ayrshire (South).

Lot Information

Lot 1 - East Ayrshire (North)

For the purposes of this contract the central point for journeys from the North of the authority will be John Finnie Street, Kilmarnock. Further details are provided in the tender documentation.

Renewal: The contract term is 3 years with the option to extend for a further 1 year.

Lot 2 - East Ayrshire (South)

For the purposes of this contract the central point for journeys from the South of the authority will be Ayr Road, Cumnock. Further details are provided in the tender documentation.

Renewal: The contract period will be 3 years with the option to extend for a further 1 year.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03361b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012158-2022
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60120000 - Taxi services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 May 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jun 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
May 2026

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
East Ayrshire Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KILMARNOCK
Postcode
KA3 7BU
Postcode Area
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Local Authority
East Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Kilmarnock East and Hurlford
Westminster Constituency
Kilmarnock and Loudoun

Further Information

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